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Easier Access to Healthcare for Pregnant and Postpartum Women

This act aims to make it easier for pregnant women to access health insurance by introducing special enrollment periods. It also ensures that maternity care is mandatorily covered for all insured individuals, including dependents on parental policies. Additionally, the act extends Medicaid and CHIP coverage for pregnant and postpartum women to 12 months.
Key points
Pregnant individuals will gain a special enrollment period for health insurance plans, making it easier to access care quickly.
Insurance plans will be required to cover maternity care, childbirth, and postpartum care for all participants, including dependents, regardless of age.
Medicaid and CHIP coverage for pregnant and postpartum individuals will be extended from 60 days to 12 months, ensuring longer health protection.
The changes are set to take effect from January 1, 2025, with some federal employee health benefit provisions starting 12 months after enactment.
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Print number: 118_HR_6716
Sponsor: Rep. Watson Coleman, Bonnie [D-NJ-12]
Process start date: 2023-12-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Healthy MOM Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_6716.

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 2023-12-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Pregnant individuals will gain a special enrollment period for health insurance plans, making it easier to access care quickly.
  • Insurance plans will be required to cover maternity care, childbirth, and postpartum care for all participants, including dependents, regardless of age.
  • Medicaid and CHIP coverage for pregnant and postpartum individuals will be extended from 60 days to 12 months, ensuring longer health protection.
  • The changes are set to take effect from January 1, 2025, with some federal employee health benefit provisions starting 12 months after enactment.
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. Watson Coleman, Bonnie [D-NJ-12].

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 2025-12-25.

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