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Pregnancy Loss Mental Health Research Act of 2021

12/30/2022, 8:18 AM

Summary of Bill HR 5995

Bill 117 HR 5995, also known as the Pregnancy Loss Mental Health Research Act of 2021, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to authorize the Department of Health and Human Services to conduct research on the mental health effects of pregnancy loss.

The bill aims to address the emotional and psychological impact that pregnancy loss can have on individuals and families. By conducting research on this topic, the Department of Health and Human Services hopes to better understand the mental health needs of those who have experienced pregnancy loss and develop effective strategies for providing support and treatment.

If passed, the Pregnancy Loss Mental Health Research Act of 2021 would allocate funding for research studies, data collection, and analysis related to the mental health effects of pregnancy loss. The bill also calls for the dissemination of research findings to healthcare providers, policymakers, and the public to raise awareness and improve access to mental health services for those affected by pregnancy loss. Overall, the Pregnancy Loss Mental Health Research Act of 2021 seeks to advance our understanding of the mental health implications of pregnancy loss and improve support services for individuals and families who have experienced this type of loss.

Congressional Summary of HR 5995

Pregnancy Loss Mental Health Research Act of 2021

This bill expands research and related activities that address mental health complications following a pregnancy loss (i.e., miscarriage, stillbirth, or abortion).

Specifically, the National Institutes of Health and the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) must expand and intensify research on mental health complications following pregnancy loss. In particular, NIMH must conduct a longitudinal study to determine the prevalence and other information about such mental health complications.

Additionally, the Department of Health and Human Services must award grants to health providers, state or local governments, or other appropriate nonprofits to deliver services to individuals with mental health conditions following a pregnancy loss.

Funding made available under this bill may not be provided to an entity (or an entity's affiliate, subsidiary, successor, or clinic) that performs abortions other than in the case of a pregnancy (1) that is the result of rape or incest; or (2) when the life of the woman is in danger due to a physical disorder, injury, or illness.

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Current Status of Bill HR 5995

Bill HR 5995 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 17, 2021. Bill HR 5995 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on November 17, 2021.  Bill HR 5995's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of November 18, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5995

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
50
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
50
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5995

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5995

Pregnancy Loss Mental Health Research Act of 2021
Pregnancy Loss Mental Health Research Act of 2021
To provide research on, and services for, individuals with clinical mental health complications following a pregnancy loss, and for other purposes.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 5995

Tom Emmer
Tom Emmer
MinnesotaRepublican
Randy K. Weber, Sr.
Randy K. Weber, Sr.
TexasRepublican
Pete Stauber
Pete Stauber
MinnesotaRepublican
Lloyd Smucker
Lloyd Smucker
PennsylvaniaRepublican
Maria Elvira Salazar
Maria Elvira Salazar
FloridaRepublican
Tom Rice
Tom Rice
South CarolinaRepublican

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