To amend the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 201 et seq.) to authorize research on the impacts of traumatic birth experiences and post-traumatic stress disorder on mothers, infants, and families, and for other purposes.

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Summary of Bill HR 8869

The bill titled "To amend the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 201 et seq.) to authorize research on the impacts of traumatic birth experiences and post-traumatic stress disorder on mothers, infants, and families, and for other purposes" was introduced in the 119th Congress on May 15, 2026.

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Current Status of Bill HR 8869

Bill HR 8869 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 15, 2026. Bill HR 8869 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on May 15, 2026. Bill HR 8869's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of May 15, 2026

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To amend the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 201 et seq.) to authorize research on the impacts of traumatic birth experiences and post-traumatic stress disorder on mothers, infants, and families, and for other purposes.