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Bereaved Parents Rights Act

5/27/2026, 8:23 AM

Summary of Bill HR 8784

The bill "To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to require hospitals and freestanding birth centers to notify each mother of a miscarried fetus of her rights with respect to such fetus, and for other purposes" was introduced in the 119th Congress on May 13, 2026.

Current Status of Bill HR 8784

Bill HR 8784 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 13, 2026. Bill HR 8784 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on May 13, 2026.  Bill HR 8784's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of May 13, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8784

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
15
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
15
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8784

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8784

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to require hospitals and freestanding birth centers to notify each mother of a miscarried fetus of her rights with respect to such fetus, and for other purposes.
To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to require hospitals and freestanding birth centers to notify each mother of a miscarried fetus of her rights with respect to such fetus, and for other purposes.

Comments

Westyn Cooke profile image

Westyn Cooke

815

9 days ago

This bill is so stupid, why does it even matter? Who does it even help? #confused #politics

Zoe Pugh profile image

Zoe Pugh

826

19 days ago

Seems like a good idea to make sure moms are informed about their rights after a miscarriage. It's important to have all the information you need during a difficult time. Did you know that this bill also includes provisions for counseling services for mothers who have experienced a miscarriage?