IMPACT to Save Moms Act

Hozzl · 2026-05-21T20:17:41Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 4481 IMPACT to Save Moms Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

5/21/2026, 8:17 PM

Summary of Bill S 4481

This bill, titled "A bill to require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a demonstration project to allow States to test payment models for maternity care provided to pregnant and postpartum individuals under the Medicaid and CHIP programs, and for other purposes," was introduced in the 119th Congress on May 11, 2026. Its purpose is to mandate the establishment of a demonstration project directed by the Secretary of Health and Human Services for States to experiment with payment models related to maternity care for pregnant and postpartum individuals covered under Medicaid and CHIP, along with addressing additional purposes not specified in the available context.

Congressional Summary of S 4481

Innovative Maternal Payment and Coverage To Save Moms Act or the IMPACT to Save Moms Act

This bill requires the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to establish the Perinatal Care Alternative Payment Model Demonstration Project through FY2031 to allow states to test payment models for maternity care, including postpartum care, under Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP).

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Current Status of Bill S 4481

Bill S 4481 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 11, 2026. Bill S 4481 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on May 11, 2026. Bill S 4481's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. as of May 11, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4481

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4481

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Health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4481

A bill to require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a demonstration project to allow States to test payment models for maternity care provided to pregnant and postpartum individuals under the Medicaid and CHIP programs, and for other purposes.