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Easier Health Insurance Access for Mothers Placing Newborns for Adoption.

This act aims to increase health insurance access for women who choose to place their newborns for adoption. Prospective adoptive parents can now extend their health coverage to the birth mother for pregnancy, postpartum, and mental health care, supporting them through this challenging period.
Key points
Prospective adoptive parents can add the birth mother to their health insurance plan.
Coverage includes pregnancy-related care, postpartum care, and mental health/substance use disorder services.
Coverage can last up to one year after the child's birth, even if the adoption does not finalize.
The goal is to provide medical support for birth mothers during the adoption process.
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Print number: 117_HR_9222
Sponsor: Rep. Van Duyne, Beth [R-TX-24]
Process start date: 2022-10-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Caring for Mothers Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_9222.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-10-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prospective adoptive parents can add the birth mother to their health insurance plan.
  • Coverage includes pregnancy-related care, postpartum care, and mental health/substance use disorder services.
  • Coverage can last up to one year after the child's birth, even if the adoption does not finalize.
  • The goal is to provide medical support for birth mothers during the adoption process.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Van Duyne, Beth [R-TX-24].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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