Resolution No. 9, introduced by Senator Hicks, recognizes the March of Dimes March for Change scheduled for March 26, 2025, and commends the organization's efforts in Oklahoma to improve maternal and infant health. The resolution highlights the serious health risks families face, particularly the issue of preterm births, which affect 11 percent of all births in the state, with over 5,300 babies born preterm each year. It notes Oklahoma's low grade of D on the 2024 March of Dimes Report Card and emphasizes the organization's commitment to advocating for policies that support the health of mothers and babies.

The resolution also acknowledges March of Dimes' collaborative research efforts aimed at preventing preterm births and their dedication to amplifying the voices of pregnant individuals and families. It expresses the hope for continued collaboration between March of Dimes and the Oklahoma State Legislature to address the ongoing maternal and infant health crisis. The Senate officially adopted the resolution on March 26, 2025, affirming its support for the March of Dimes' mission and the upcoming March for Change event.