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Supporting Premature Infant Nutrition: Free Human Milk Fortifier

This new act aims to provide free access to specialized human milk fortifiers for premature infants and babies with low birth weight or health conditions. The changes apply to Medicaid, CHIP, and private health insurance plans, making it easier for parents to access essential nutritional support for their children without additional costs.
Key points
Free human milk fortifier for premature infants and babies with specific medical needs starting January 1, 2026.
Costs covered by Medicaid, CHIP, and private health insurance plans without additional charges.
Support for infants born prematurely (34 weeks or less), with low birth weight (under 1800 grams), or other conditions requiring special nutrition.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_4569
Sponsor: Rep. McGarvey, Morgan [D-KY-3]
Process start date: 2025-07-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Supporting Premature Infant Nutrition Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_4569.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-07-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Free human milk fortifier for premature infants and babies with specific medical needs starting January 1, 2026.
  • Costs covered by Medicaid, CHIP, and private health insurance plans without additional charges.
  • Support for infants born prematurely (34 weeks or less), with low birth weight (under 1800 grams), or other conditions requiring special nutrition.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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 Rep. McGarvey, Morgan [D-KY-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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