What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is S 4717.
Military Moms Act: Easier TRICARE access for pregnancy and required maternal health study.
This bill aims to improve access to TRICARE health coverage for military families by designating pregnancy and pregnancy loss as qualifying life events. This change allows beneficiaries to modify their health plan outside the standard enrollment period. Furthermore, the Act mandates the creation of comprehensive support resources for pregnant beneficiaries and requires a detailed study on access to maternal healthcare within the military health system.
Key points
TRICARE Changes: Pregnancy and pregnancy loss (miscarriage, stillbirth) are designated as qualifying life events, allowing immediate changes to TRICARE enrollment plans.
Enhanced Information Support: The Department of Defense must establish a dedicated Military OneSource webpage with a comprehensive guide on maternal health services, financial aid, and specific regulations for pregnant service members.
Maternal Care Study: A detailed study is required on the availability of maternal healthcare in military facilities and the TRICARE network, including analysis of staffing shortages and challenges in maintaining continuous care during permanent changes of station (PCS).
Abortion Exclusion: The provisions regarding qualifying life events specifically exclude abortion.
Status:
Expired
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