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Improving Maternal Health Data Collection and Reducing Maternal Mortality.

This act aims to enhance the collection and review of maternal health data to better understand and address maternal deaths and severe health complications related to pregnancy and childbirth. Citizens can expect improved healthcare and more targeted support for mothers, especially those from minority groups, through increased community involvement and consideration of non-clinical factors affecting maternal health.
Key points
Increased funding for maternal mortality review committees to include more community members, including those from diverse backgrounds and ethnic minorities.
Expansion of data collected by committees to include severe maternal morbidity, deaths from mental health conditions and substance use disorders, and social factors impacting maternal health.
A comprehensive review of existing maternal health data collection processes and quality measures, with a focus on addressing racial and ethnic disparities.
Mandating studies on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity among Native American and Alaska Native populations, considering their unique experiences and cultural factors.
Establishing a grant program for minority-serving institutions to research the maternal health crisis in racial and ethnic minority groups, including patient and healthcare worker stories.
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Print number: 117_S_347
Sponsor: Sen. Smith, Tina [D-MN]
Process start date: 2021-02-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Data to Save Moms Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_347.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-02-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased funding for maternal mortality review committees to include more community members, including those from diverse backgrounds and ethnic minorities.
  • Expansion of data collected by committees to include severe maternal morbidity, deaths from mental health conditions and substance use disorders, and social factors impacting maternal health.
  • A comprehensive review of existing maternal health data collection processes and quality measures, with a focus on addressing racial and ethnic disparities.
  • Mandating studies on maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity among Native American and Alaska Native populations, considering their unique experiences and cultural factors.
  • Establishing a grant program for minority-serving institutions to research the maternal health crisis in racial and ethnic minority groups, including patient and healthcare worker stories.
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 Sen. Smith, Tina [D-MN].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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