HIV is Not a Crime Day Resolution
Support for the designation of February 28 as "HIV is Not a Crime Awareness Day" and affirming that people living with HIV should not be criminalized based on their HIV status.
This bill, HR1084, aims to recognize February 28 as "HIV is Not a Crime Awareness Day" to raise awareness that people living with HIV should not face criminalization based on their HIV status. The bill seeks to affirm the importance of treating HIV as a health issue, not a criminal matter.
The bill would affect individuals with HIV and those who advocate for their rights by ensuring that HIV status does not lead to criminal charges or unfair treatment. It would also impact policymakers by encouraging a shift towards more compassionate and health-focused approaches to HIV-related issues.
HR1084 was introduced on February 25, 2026, and referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce for further consideration. As of the latest update, the bill is in its initial stages and has not yet advanced further in the legislative process.
