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Doula Support Pilot Program for Veterans: Improving Maternal and Mental Health Care.

This Act establishes a five-year pilot program requiring the VA to provide doula services to pregnant veterans to improve maternal, mental health, and infant outcomes. The program integrates this support into the VA's existing healthcare model, offering up to 10 sessions before, during, and after delivery. This directly benefits female veterans by expanding access to specialized, holistic maternity care.
Key points
Pregnant veterans enrolled in the VA system are eligible for up to 10 sessions of free doula support services.
The services aim to improve maternal and mental health outcomes, specifically addressing issues like PTSD and military sexual trauma.
The five-year pilot will operate in selected regions, including areas with high and low female veteran populations and remote "Frontier States."
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Print number: 118_S_2465
Sponsor: Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]
Process start date: 2023-07-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

DOULA for VA Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2465.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-07-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Pregnant veterans enrolled in the VA system are eligible for up to 10 sessions of free doula support services.
  • The services aim to improve maternal and mental health outcomes, specifically addressing issues like PTSD and military sexual trauma.
  • The five-year pilot will operate in selected regions, including areas with high and low female veteran populations and remote "Frontier States."
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. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ].

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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