Senate Resolution No. [number] designates April 20-26, 2025, as Infertility Awareness Week in Michigan. The resolution highlights the significant impact of infertility, which affects one in eight couples, with both men and women equally contributing to fertility issues. It emphasizes the psychological and emotional toll that infertility can take on individuals and couples, including feelings of distress, anxiety, and a loss of self-esteem. The resolution calls for increased awareness and education to remove stigma and barriers to care, advocating for better access to infertility treatments.

The Senate expresses its commitment to join The National Infertility Association and other stakeholders in promoting this awareness week. By designating this week, the resolution aims to foster empathy and understanding within the community, while also encouraging the state to explore solutions that would enhance access to infertility treatments for those looking to start or expand their families.