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Support for Veteran Mothers: Maternity Care and Health Report

This act aims to improve healthcare for pregnant and postpartum veterans, including mental health support. It provides funding for maternity care coordination programs and mandates a report on maternal mortality and morbidity, with a focus on racial and ethnic disparities. This will ensure veterans have better access to necessary medical and psychological assistance.
Key points
Pregnant and postpartum veterans will receive improved coordination of maternity care, including mental health support.
The act authorizes $15 million for veteran maternity care coordination programs for fiscal year 2022.
A public report will be produced on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity among veterans, analyzing causes and racial disparities.
The report will also include recommendations to improve healthcare access, including mental health, and address issues like homelessness and food insecurity among veterans.
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Additional Information
Protecting Moms Who Served Act
Print number: HR 958
Sponsor: Rep. Underwood, Lauren [D-IL-14]
Process start date: 2021-02-08