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Maternal Support: Housing, Nutrition, Childcare, and Health Access

This act aims to improve maternal health by addressing social factors like housing, healthy food, transportation, and childcare access. It establishes a task force, grant programs, and expands nutritional support to assist pregnant and postpartum individuals, especially those from minority groups and in economic hardship.
Key points
Establishes a task force to coordinate federal efforts on social determinants of maternal health.
Creates a "Housing for Moms" grant program to increase access to safe and affordable housing for pregnant and postpartum individuals.
Extends WIC (Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children) benefits for breastfeeding and postpartum women to 2 years.
Launches a grant program to deliver healthy food, infant formula, and clean water to pregnant and postpartum individuals in food deserts.
Mandates a study on the impact of environmental factors (water, air quality, chemicals) on maternal and infant health.
Establishes a grant program for free drop-in childcare services during prenatal and postpartum appointments.
Provides grants to local entities to address social determinants of maternal health and reduce health disparities.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_851
Sponsor: Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT]
Process start date: 2021-03-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Social Determinants for Moms Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_851.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes a task force to coordinate federal efforts on social determinants of maternal health.
  • Creates a "Housing for Moms" grant program to increase access to safe and affordable housing for pregnant and postpartum individuals.
  • Extends WIC (Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children) benefits for breastfeeding and postpartum women to 2 years.
  • Launches a grant program to deliver healthy food, infant formula, and clean water to pregnant and postpartum individuals in food deserts.
  • Mandates a study on the impact of environmental factors (water, air quality, chemicals) on maternal and infant health.
  • Establishes a grant program for free drop-in childcare services during prenatal and postpartum appointments.
  • Provides grants to local entities to address social determinants of maternal health and reduce health disparities.
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. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT].

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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