Senate names September 19 as Ohio Stillbirth Prevention Day in unanimous vote

May 7, 2025

The Ohio Senate unanimously passed House Bill 4 to designate Sept. 19 as Ohio Stillbirth Prevention Day after sponsors and advocates described stillbirth rates and racial disparities in fetal mortality.

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The Ohio Senate on Tuesday approved House Bill 4, creating Ohio Stillbirth Prevention Day on Sept. 19, after senators described state fetal mortality figures and urged the chamber to raise awareness.

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