Rural Obstetrics Readiness Act

3/5/2025, 5:08 AM

Summary of Bill S 380

Bill 119 s 380, also known as the "Improving Obstetric Emergency Care Act," aims to enhance the quality of emergency care for pregnant women and new mothers in the United States. The bill addresses the urgent need for improved obstetric emergency care by implementing several key provisions.

Firstly, the bill requires healthcare facilities that provide obstetric services to develop and implement emergency care protocols specifically tailored to the needs of pregnant women and new mothers. These protocols must be regularly reviewed and updated to ensure they are in line with the latest medical guidelines and best practices.

Secondly, the bill mandates that healthcare providers who work in obstetric emergency care receive specialized training to effectively respond to emergencies that may arise during pregnancy, childbirth, or the postpartum period. This training will help ensure that healthcare professionals are equipped to handle obstetric emergencies with skill and confidence. Additionally, the bill establishes a grant program to support healthcare facilities in implementing the required emergency care protocols and training programs. This funding will help offset the costs associated with improving obstetric emergency care and ensure that all pregnant women and new mothers have access to high-quality emergency care services. Overall, Bill 119 s 380 is a crucial piece of legislation that seeks to enhance the safety and well-being of pregnant women and new mothers by improving the quality of obstetric emergency care in the United States. By implementing these provisions, the bill aims to reduce maternal mortality rates and ensure that all women receive the care they need during pregnancy and childbirth.

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Current Status of Bill S 380

Bill S 380 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 4, 2025. Bill S 380 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on February 4, 2025.  Bill S 380's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of February 4, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 380

Total Number of Sponsors
3
Democrat Sponsors
3
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
3
Democrat Cosponsors
1
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 380

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 380

A bill to improve obstetric emergency care.A bill to improve obstetric emergency care.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 380

R
Margaret Wood Hassan
New Hampshire(Democrat)
R
Tina Smith
Minnesota(Democrat)
R
Susan M. Collins
Maine(Republican)
R
Katie Boyd Britt
Alabama(Republican)
R
Shelley Moore Capito
West Virginia(Republican)

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