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Funding and Reporting to Improve Veterans' Maternal Health Care Coordination.

This Act aims to enhance the quality and coordination of maternity health care for female veterans utilizing VA services. It authorizes $15 million annually through 2028 for VA programs dedicated to coordinating maternity care. Furthermore, the VA must regularly publish data on maternal health outcomes to identify and address disparities, especially among high-risk demographic groups.
Key points
Dedicated Funding: Authorizes $15 million annually (FY 2024-2028) to strengthen VA programs coordinating maternity health care for veterans.
Outcome Transparency: Requires the VA to submit and publicly release annual reports detailing maternal health outcomes and recommending improvements, focusing on reducing disparities.
Enhanced Coordination: Supports better management and access to pregnancy and childbirth services provided both within VA facilities and by external providers.
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Print number: 118_S_2026
Sponsor: Sen. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL]
Process start date: 2023-06-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Maternal Health for Veterans Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2026.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-06-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Dedicated Funding: Authorizes $15 million annually (FY 2024-2028) to strengthen VA programs coordinating maternity health care for veterans.
  • Outcome Transparency: Requires the VA to submit and publicly release annual reports detailing maternal health outcomes and recommending improvements, focusing on reducing disparities.
  • Enhanced Coordination: Supports better management and access to pregnancy and childbirth services provided both within VA facilities and by external providers.
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. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL].

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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