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Midwives in TRICARE: New Maternity Care Options for Military Families.

This Act establishes a five-year pilot program allowing military families and other TRICARE beneficiaries to access services provided by certified midwives. The goal is to enhance the quality of maternal and infant care, potentially reducing C-section rates and pre-term births, while assessing patient satisfaction. If successful, the program may become permanent, offering greater choice in maternity care options.
Key points
TRICARE Healthcare Expansion: Beneficiaries (service members and their families) gain access to certified midwife services for maternity care.
The pilot program will run for five years and will be closely monitored for costs, patient satisfaction, and impact on maternal and infant health outcomes.
Focus on Health Outcomes: The program aims to improve health results, including lowering rates of C-sections and low-weight births.
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Print number: 118_HR_9335
Sponsor: Rep. Kilmer, Derek [D-WA-6]
Process start date: 2024-08-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

MIDWIVES for Service Members Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_9335.

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 2024-08-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • TRICARE Healthcare Expansion: Beneficiaries (service members and their families) gain access to certified midwife services for maternity care.
  • The pilot program will run for five years and will be closely monitored for costs, patient satisfaction, and impact on maternal and infant health outcomes.
  • Focus on Health Outcomes: The program aims to improve health results, including lowering rates of C-sections and low-weight births.
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. Kilmer, Derek [D-WA-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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