The Florida House of Representatives has introduced House Resolution HR 8085, which designates April 2025 as "Minority Health Month" in the state. This resolution aligns with the national initiative aimed at promoting health equity for racial and ethnic minorities, a movement that traces its roots back to 1915 when Booker T. Washington advocated for a National Negro Health Week. In 2002, Congress officially recognized the need for a National Minority Health and Health Disparities Month to raise awareness about the health challenges faced by minority populations.

The resolution highlights significant health disparities, citing alarming statistics such as Black women being three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes compared to their white counterparts, and the unequal treatment of Black and Hispanic patients in emergency rooms regarding pain management. By recognizing April 2025 as Minority Health Month, the Florida House aims to promote educational efforts and address these critical health issues affecting minority communities.