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A bill to amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to provide coverage under the Medicaid program for services provided by doulas, midwives, and lactation support providers, and for other purposes.
7/16/2026, 10:56 AM
Summary of Bill S 4986
This bill, known as S. 4986 in the 119th Congress, aims to amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to enable Medicaid coverage for services offered by doulas, midwives, and lactation support providers. The bill's primary objective is to expand access to crucial maternal and newborn healthcare services by including these professionals under the Medicaid program.
Current Status of Bill S 4986
Bill S 4986 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 15, 2026. Bill S 4986 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on July 15, 2026. Bill S 4986's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. as of July 15, 2026
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4986
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
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0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4986
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Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4986
A bill to amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to provide coverage under the Medicaid program for services provided by doulas, midwives, and lactation support providers, and for other purposes.
A bill to amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to provide coverage under the Medicaid program for services provided by doulas, midwives, and lactation support providers, and for other purposes.
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