To address social determinants of maternal health to eliminate maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities, and for other purposes

Progress

Timeline

• Mar 19Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Summary

**HR 8008 Summary:** This bill aims to reduce deaths and serious health complications during pregnancy, childbirth, and after delivery by addressing underlying social factors that affect maternal health. **What it does:** The bill would create programs and funding to tackle issues like inadequate housing, food insecurity, lack of transportation, and limited healthcare access that contribute to poor maternal health outcomes. **Who it affects:** Primarily pregnant women and new mothers, with special focus on communities experiencing higher rates of maternal deaths and complications (particularly Black, Indigenous, and rural communities). **What would change:** If passed, it would establish new federal programs, provide grants to states and healthcare organizations, and coordinate efforts across government agencies to address social and economic barriers to healthy pregnancies and births. **Current status:** The bill is under review in congressional committee and has not yet been voted on by the full House.

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