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Mental Health Support Pilot for Pregnant and Postpartum Military Families.

This Act establishes a pilot program within the Department of Defense to provide evidence-based mental health prevention for pregnant and postpartum service members and their dependents. The goal is to reduce perinatal mental health conditions and enhance military readiness by integrating specialized care into existing military treatment facilities. The program runs until the end of 2029 and focuses on removing barriers like childcare availability to ensure participation.
Key points
Creation of a pilot program offering free, evidence-based mental health prevention services during pregnancy and up to one year after childbirth.
The program covers active duty service members and their dependents, implemented across diverse military treatment facilities nationwide.
Measures are included to increase participation by addressing common barriers, such as providing solutions for childcare and reducing stigma associated with seeking help.
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Additional Information
MOMS Who Serve Act of 2024
Print number: S 3641
Sponsor: Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH]
Process start date: 2024-01-23