Moms Matter Act
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Under committee review
What it doesSummary introduced in house (Feb 8, 2021)
Moms Matter Act
This bill establishes two grant programs to address maternal mental health conditions and substance use disorders, with a focus on racial and ethnic minority groups.
First, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration must award grants for maternal behavioral health services. Eligible grantees include
- state, tribal, and local governments;
- health care providers; and
- organizations that serve pregnant and postpartum individuals.
Second, the Department of Health and Human Services may award grants to grow and diversify the maternal mental and behavioral health workforce by establishing or expanding schools and training programs.
What just happenedFeb 9, 2021
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in HouseFeb 8, 2021
- Feb 9, 2021Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Health Subcommittee - Feb 8, 2021IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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Introduced in House
- Feb 8, 2021IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House