The bill H. 4072, introduced in the South Carolina General Assembly, aims to declare May 17, 2025, as Necrotizing Enterocolitis Awareness Day in South Carolina. The resolution highlights the severity of necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC), a life-threatening condition primarily affecting premature infants, which can lead to significant health complications and high hospitalization costs. It emphasizes the importance of education and support for families impacted by this disease, as well as the need for healthcare providers to collaborate with parents in the care of at-risk infants.

The resolution also acknowledges the NEC Society, a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing research and advocacy for NEC, and calls for increased awareness and understanding of the disease, particularly regarding the disparities in its impact on different racial groups. By adopting this resolution, the South Carolina House of Representatives seeks to promote awareness and encourage citizens to take action in supporting affected families.