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Improving Maternal Care During Pandemics and Data Collection

This act aims to enhance healthcare for pregnant and postpartum individuals, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. It focuses on collecting more accurate data, supporting research, and ensuring better access to care, particularly for underserved communities. The goal is to reduce maternal mortality and morbidity rates.
Key points
Increased funding for data collection and research on maternal health during pandemics, including for Indigenous and minority communities.
Mandatory public disclosure of detailed data on COVID-19's impact on pregnant and postpartum individuals, disaggregated by ethnicity and other characteristics.
Implementation of workplace safety standards for pregnant and postpartum employees during public health emergencies.
Establishment of a task force to develop recommendations for respectful and supportive maternity care during crises, with an emphasis on equitable access.
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Print number: 117_HR_9602
Sponsor: Rep. Underwood, Lauren [D-IL-14]
Process start date: 2022-12-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Maternal Health Pandemic Response Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_9602.

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 2022-12-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased funding for data collection and research on maternal health during pandemics, including for Indigenous and minority communities.
  • Mandatory public disclosure of detailed data on COVID-19's impact on pregnant and postpartum individuals, disaggregated by ethnicity and other characteristics.
  • Implementation of workplace safety standards for pregnant and postpartum employees during public health emergencies.
  • Establishment of a task force to develop recommendations for respectful and supportive maternity care during crises, with an emphasis on equitable access.
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. Underwood, Lauren [D-IL-14].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

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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