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Perinatal Workforce Act

4/14/2026, 1:24 PM

Summary of Bill HR 8089

H.R. 8089, introduced in the 119th Congress on March 25, 2026, aims to amend the Public Health Service Act to expand and enhance the perinatal workforce with a focus on increasing diversity.

Current Status of Bill HR 8089

Bill HR 8089 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 25, 2026. Bill HR 8089 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 25, 2026.  Bill HR 8089's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of March 25, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8089

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
42
Democrat Cosponsors
42
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8089

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8089

To amend the Public Health Service Act to grow and diversify the perinatal workforce, and for other purposes.
To amend the Public Health Service Act to grow and diversify the perinatal workforce, and for other purposes.

Comments

Noa Barton profile image

Noa Barton

841

2 days ago

This new bill is really gonna change things, huh? Wonder how it's gonna impact us in the short term.

Maya Frank profile image

Maya Frank

759

1 day ago

I am deeply saddened by the potential impact of this bill on our healthcare system. It is concerning that this legislation could affect the care I receive during such a vulnerable time in my life. I am unsure about the specifics of this bill, but I fear that it may lead to a shortage of qualified healthcare professionals in perinatal care. The long term effects of this bill could be detrimental to the health and well-being of mothers and babies across the country.