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Improving Maternal Health Data and Community Voice to Save Mothers' Lives.

This law aims to improve maternal safety by increasing community involvement and diversity in committees reviewing pregnancy-related deaths. It authorizes grants to include individuals with personal experience and those from minority groups in these reviews, while also expanding the scope of investigation to include severe complications and deaths related to mental health or substance abuse up to one year postpartum. Citizens gain a stronger voice in how the causes of maternal deaths are analyzed and addressed, leading to more equitable and effective healthcare strategies.
Key points
Provides funding to include community members, especially those from minority groups and with personal experience, in Maternal Mortality Review Committees (MMRCs) to ensure representative review.
Expands mandatory review scope to include severe maternal complications and deaths from suicide or overdose within one year after pregnancy, if related to pregnancy complications.
Mandates a comprehensive review and improvement of maternal health data collection, focusing specifically on addressing racial and ethnic disparities.
Authorizes dedicated studies and grants for research on maternal health outcomes among American Indian/Alaska Native individuals and through Minority-Serving Institutions.
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Print number: 118_S_1599
Sponsor: Sen. Smith, Tina [D-MN]
Process start date: 2023-05-15
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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 118_S_1599.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Provides funding to include community members, especially those from minority groups and with personal experience, in Maternal Mortality Review Committees (MMRCs) to ensure representative review.
  • Expands mandatory review scope to include severe maternal complications and deaths from suicide or overdose within one year after pregnancy, if related to pregnancy complications.
  • Mandates a comprehensive review and improvement of maternal health data collection, focusing specifically on addressing racial and ethnic disparities.
  • Authorizes dedicated studies and grants for research on maternal health outcomes among American Indian/Alaska Native individuals and through Minority-Serving Institutions.
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 2025-12-26.

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