Moms Matter Act
2/5/2024, 2:30 PMSummary of Bill HR 3312
The Moms Matter Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 3312, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address the issue of maternal mental health by providing support and resources to new mothers.The Moms Matter Act aims to improve access to mental health services for pregnant and postpartum women by expanding Medicaid coverage to include maternal mental health services. This would ensure that all women have access to the care they need during and after pregnancy, regardless of their income level.
Additionally, the bill seeks to increase awareness and education about maternal mental health by requiring healthcare providers to undergo training on how to identify and treat maternal mental health disorders. This would help ensure that women receive the appropriate care and support during this critical time in their lives. Overall, the Moms Matter Act is a bipartisan effort to address the mental health needs of new mothers and improve outcomes for both mothers and their children. By providing access to mental health services and increasing awareness about maternal mental health, this bill has the potential to make a positive impact on the lives of countless women and families across the country.
Congressional Summary of HR 3312
Moms Matter Act
This bill establishes two grant programs to address maternal mental health conditions and substance use disorders, with a focus on demographic groups with elevated rates of maternal mortality and morbidity, maternal health disparities, and other adverse outcomes.
First, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration must award grants for maternal behavioral health services and education and training for health care providers about maternal mental health conditions and substance use disorders in pregnancy. Eligible grantees include (1) state, tribal, and local governments; (2) health care providers; and (3) organizations that serve pregnant and postpartum individuals.
Second, the Department of Health and Human Services may award grants to grow and diversify the maternal mental and behavioral health workforce by establishing or expanding schools and training programs.
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Current Status of Bill HR 3312
Bill HR 3312 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 15, 2023. Bill HR 3312 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 15, 2023. Bill HR 3312's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of May 19, 2023Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3312
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
40Democrat Cosponsors
36Republican Cosponsors
4Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3312
Primary Policy Focus
HealthPotential Impact Areas
Community life and organizationCongressional oversightDisability and health-based discriminationDrug, alcohol, tobacco useEducation programs fundingGovernment information and archivesHealth care coverage and accessHealth care qualityHealth personnelHealth programs administration and fundingHealth promotion and preventive careHigher educationInternet, web applications, social mediaLicensing and registrationsMedical educationMental healthMinority educationMinority employmentMinority healthTeaching, teachers, curriculaWomen's healthAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3312
Moms Matter ActMoms Matter ActTo address maternal mental health conditions and substance use disorders, and for other purposes.Comments
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