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 5,304 babies annually in Oklahoma, accounting for 11 percent of all births in the state. It notes that Oklahoma received a grade of D on the 2024 March of Dimes Report Card, emphasizing the need for continued advocacy and policy support to address the maternal and infant health crisis.

The resolution also acknowledges the collaborative research efforts of March of Dimes, including their work at five Prematurity Research Centers, and their commitment to amplifying the voices of pregnant individuals and families. It expresses the Oklahoma State Senate's support for the March of Dimes' initiatives and their intention to work together with the organization to promote policies that benefit mothers and babies in the state. The resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 26, 2025.