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Moms Matter Act: Grants to Improve Maternal Mental Health and Addiction Care.

This legislation establishes grant programs to significantly improve access to mental health and substance use disorder treatment for pregnant and postpartum individuals. Funds will prioritize communities facing high rates of maternal mortality and health disparities, aiming to integrate mental health services directly into routine maternity care. The Act also allocates resources to train and diversify the specialized maternal mental health workforce, addressing provider shortages.
Key points
Funding for local programs to provide accessible mental health support, addiction treatment referrals, and group care for pregnant and postpartum individuals.
Expansion of the specialized workforce by funding training programs and scholarships, focusing on recruiting providers for underserved areas.
Programs will focus on reducing stigma, raising awareness of warning signs, and preventing suicide and self-harm among new and expectant mothers.
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Additional Information
Moms Matter Act
Print number: S 1602
Sponsor: Sen. Gillibrand, Kirsten E. [D-NY]
Process start date: 2023-05-15