MOMS Act of 2021
Bill journey · stage 2 of 5
Under committee review
What it doesSummary introduced in house (Jun 4, 2021)
Modernizing Obstetric Medicine Standards Act of 2021 or the MOMS Act
This bill provides statutory authority for an existing program and establishes a new grant program within the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to improve maternal health outcomes.
Specifically, the bill provides statutory authority for the Alliance for Innovation on Maternal Health program, which is administered by HRSA's Maternal and Child Health Bureau. This program supports safe maternal care by promoting the use of evidence-based practices that improve patient outcomes.
HRSA must also establish a new grant program for states and hospitals to implement these practices.
What just happenedJun 7, 2021
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in HouseJun 4, 2021
- Jun 7, 2021Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Health Subcommittee - Jun 4, 2021IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Energy and Commerce Committee - Jun 4, 2021IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- Jun 4, 2021IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House