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Improving Maternal Health Access for Military Families: Report and Recommendations.

This Act mandates the Department of Defense to produce a detailed report on access to maternal health care (prenatal, labor, birthing, and postpartum) for service members and their dependents within the military health system (TRICARE). The goal is to identify systemic issues like staffing shortages, long wait times, and challenges in maintaining continuity of care during permanent changes of station. The report must include specific recommendations to enhance the quality and availability of services, directly impacting the health and well-being of military mothers.
Key points
Requires a report on maternal health care availability in military facilities and through external TRICARE providers.
Analysis of staffing shortages (OB-GYNs, midwives, nurses) and timeliness of access, including wait and travel times.
Identification of barriers to continuous prenatal and postpartum care when military families relocate (Permanent Change of Station).
Mandates recommendations and legislative proposals to improve services and expand the TRICARE provider network.
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Print number: 118_S_3722
Sponsor: Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL]
Process start date: 2024-02-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Improving Access to Maternal Health for Military and Dependent Moms Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3722.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-02-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires a report on maternal health care availability in military facilities and through external TRICARE providers.
  • Analysis of staffing shortages (OB-GYNs, midwives, nurses) and timeliness of access, including wait and travel times.
  • Identification of barriers to continuous prenatal and postpartum care when military families relocate (Permanent Change of Station).
  • Mandates recommendations and legislative proposals to improve services and expand the TRICARE provider network.
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. Rubio, Marco [R-FL].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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