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Easier TRICARE Prenatal Care Enrollment for Military Families.

This Act establishes a five-year pilot program treating pregnancy as a qualifying life event for immediate enrollment in the TRICARE Select health plan. This change allows military families to enroll in the plan outside of the standard open enrollment period when pregnancy occurs. The goal is to ensure faster and easier access to essential prenatal care for eligible beneficiaries.
Key points
Pregnancy becomes a qualifying event: This allows immediate enrollment in TRICARE Select outside the standard enrollment window.
Benefit for military families: Ensures quicker access to prenatal care and health services related to pregnancy.
Pilot program: The change is implemented for a five-year period, with the Secretary of Defense required to report regularly to Congress on its status and enrollment changes.
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Print number: 118_S_5330
Sponsor: Sen. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL]
Process start date: 2024-11-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Improving Access to Prenatal Care for Military Families Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_5330.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-11-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Pregnancy becomes a qualifying event: This allows immediate enrollment in TRICARE Select outside the standard enrollment window.
  • Benefit for military families: Ensures quicker access to prenatal care and health services related to pregnancy.
  • Pilot program: The change is implemented for a five-year period, with the Secretary of Defense required to report regularly to Congress on its status and enrollment changes.
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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