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Weekly Wire: PUMP Act Briefing, New Equity Champions Directory, and more

1/27/2023

In this issue:

USBC Updates
- Equity Champions Directory Now Available
- Virtual Briefing on the PUMP for Nursing Mothers Act
- Deadline Extension: Welcome Congress Sign-On Letter
- Save the Date for the In-Person 2023 USBC Conference
- Collaboratively Pursuing Policy Solutions Webinar Recording Now Available
- Upcoming Events in January & February on USBC Events Calendar
International News
- WABA World Breastfeeding Week Slogan Announced
National News
- Guide for Applying to DNPAO Funding
- Breastfeeding Equity Through Community Engagement Infographic
- New Congressional District Health Dashboard
State & Community News
- Minnesota Bill Introduced to Establish a Paid Family and Medical Leave Program
News & Views
Journal Publications

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Weekly Wire: Announcing USBC Policy Priorities, 2023 Lancet Series on Breastfeeding, and more

1/20/2023

In this issue:

USBC Updates
- Announcing USBC Policy Priorities for the 118th Congressional Session
- PUMP Act Explainer Now Available As A Webpage
International News
- Launch Event for 2023 Lancet Series on Breastfeeding
National News
- Systematic Review on Health Benefits of Breastfeeding in Infants and Children
- Military Parental Leave Expanded As Part Of NDAA
- Breastfeeding Family Friendly Communities Brainstorming Session
- Request for Information on Eliminating Disparities Through Healthy Start
- Prenatal-to-3 State Policy Roadmap
- Webinar on Adverse Effects of Childhood Sexual Abuse on Breastfeeding
- Guide to Workplace Leave Laws
- Institute for Perinatal Quality Improvement 28-Day Anti-Racism Challenge
State & Community News
- New Nebraska Bills on Milk Bank and Donor Milk Coverage
News & Views
Journal Publications

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Weekly Wire: PUMP Act Explainer, Sign-On Letter Urging Congress to Prioritize Breastfeeding, & more

1/13/2023

In this issue:

USBC Updates
- The PUMP for Nursing Mothers Act: What You Should Know
- Take Action: USBC Sign-On Letter Urging Congress to Prioritize Breastfeeding
- Fiscal Year 2023 Federal Budget Analysis
- Reminder: Monday 1/16 Deadline for Call for Speakers for USBC Conference
National News
- HRSA Webinar on Women's Preventative Services
- Clinical Lactation Milk Expression & Pumps Special Issue: Call for Manuscripts
State & Community News
- Florida Lactation Spaces in County Courthouses Legislation
News & Views
- PUMP ACT & PWFA News & Views
Journal Publications

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Weekly Wire: PUMP Act Briefing, New Equity Champions Directory, and more

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