A Democratic bill with 1 Republican cosponsor · See the cosponsor
Last activity — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The "Mothers and Newborns Success Act" aims to lower maternal and infant mortality rates in the United States and close gaps in care for minority and rural populations. The bill provides competitive grants to states, tribes, and non-profits to support maternal health innovation, risk-appropriate facility classification, and postpartum care coordination. It also establishes a national maternal health research network through the National Institutes of Health. Additionally, the legislation continues telehealth demonstration programs to improve rural obstetric care. Finally, it funds public and provider awareness campaigns focusing on warning signs and vaccinations.
Yes· 3 of 27
- Scored +8
Would women be better off under this?
The primary purpose of the legislation is to lower maternal mortality, improve postpartum care coordination for at least one year, and address women's health needs.
- Scored +7
Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this?
Women of childbearing age will benefit directly from improved maternal care coordination, postpartum support, and reduced mortality rates.
- Scored +7
Would Black Americans be better off under this?
The bill directly addresses the severe racial disparities in maternal mortality rates affecting non-Hispanic Black women.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Section 3 establishes the State Maternal Health Innovation Program to award competitive grants for addressing racial, ethnic, and geographic inequities in maternal health, which could help lower preventable maternal mortality and severe morbidity.
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Section 4 creates a program through Section 317K of the Public Health Service Act to classify birthing facilities based on risk-appropriate care, helping ensure that hospitals and providers meet specific needs and improve infant and maternal outcomes.
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Section 6 creates the Postpartum Care Coordination Pilot Program under section 330R, which helps connect women to primary, behavioral, and specialized care for at least one year following birth.
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Section 8 continues the Rural Maternity and Obstetrics Management Strategies (RMOMS) Program to expand telehealth and specialty care access, helping higher-risk expectant mothers living in geographically isolated areas.
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Section 9 provides grants for a national evidence-based public and provider awareness campaign to increase vaccination rates, educate people on maternal health warning signs, and reduce health disparities in underserved areas.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- The provided text does not contain any explicit mentions of negative outcomes, specific burdens, or adverse consequences for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would women be better off under this? — The primary purpose of the legislation is to lower maternal mortality, improve postpartum care coordination for at least one year, and address women's health needs. Would Black Americans be better off under this? — The bill directly addresses the severe racial disparities in maternal mortality rates affecting non-Hispanic Black women. Would Native Americans be better off under this? — The bill explicitly includes Indian Tribes and tribal organizations as eligible entities for grants to address high rates of pregnancy-related deaths among American Indian and Alaska Native women. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — The bill continues the Rural Maternity and Obstetrics Management Strategies Program and telehealth initiatives specifically to address geographic inequities in rural areas. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — Women of childbearing age will benefit directly from improved maternal care coordination, postpartum support, and reduced mortality rates. Would children be better off under this? — The bill promotes safe motherhood, newborn health, and vaccination campaigns designed to improve infant health outcomes. Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this? — The legislation provides culturally and linguistically appropriate resources and funding to reduce health disparities in underserved minority communities. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The bill focuses heavily on closing care gaps and reducing geographic and socioeconomic inequities that disproportionately impact low-income families. Would immigrants be better off under this? — The bill supports culturally and linguistically appropriate awareness campaigns and resources that help underserved immigrant populations access maternal care. Would middle-income households be better off under this? — Middle-income families will benefit from enhanced birthing facility classifications, telehealth access, and postpartum care coordination. Would people in cities be better off under this? — Urban residents benefit from maternal health innovations, risk-appropriate facility classifications, and better coordination of postpartum care. Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together? — Veteran families residing in rural areas or utilizing community health services will benefit from expanded maternity care and telehealth access. Would people in middle age be better off under this? — Family members and older parents benefit from improved healthcare outcomes and support networks for maternal and infant health.
- Healthcare
- Does this make health care easier to get in general? — The legislation provides competitive grants to improve maternal health innovation, postpartum care coordination, and rural telehealth access. Does this put more money into medical research? — The bill establishes a national maternal health research network through the National Institutes of Health to support innovative research on maternal mortality. Does this help veterans get medical care? — The bill expands healthcare access and support services for mothers and infants, which benefits veteran families and communities. Does this do more about addiction and overdose deaths? — The postpartum care coordination pilot program connects women to behavioral health and specialized care. Does this put more money into Medicaid, the health coverage for people on low incomes? — The bill provides grant funding to states and tribes to support maternal health innovation, risk-appropriate facility classification, and postpartum care coordination that will improve healthcare services.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this narrow the gap between how men and women are treated? — The legislation aims to dramatically reduce maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity to protect women's health before, during, and after pregnancy. Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — The bill specifically targets racial and ethnic inequities in maternal health, addressing implicit bias and disparate mortality rates among minority women. Does this expand the rights of people with disabilities? — The bill supports comprehensive care that addresses chronic health conditions and disabilities affecting pregnant and postpartum women. Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — Targeting maternal and child health inequities in underserved and low-income populations helps alleviate the broader socio-economic burdens of poor health.
- Education And Technology
- Does this put more money into scientific research? — The legislation authorizes substantial appropriations to establish a National Maternal Health Research Network at the National Institutes of Health. Does this get reliable internet to more people? — The bill expands telehealth demonstration programs and remote obstetric care services in geographically isolated areas.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — The bill requires detailed reports to Congress evaluating the impacts and outcomes of the various grant programs and awareness campaigns. Does this leave more decisions to the states? — The legislation provides competitive grants to states and tribes, allowing local entities to implement state-specific maternal health innovations.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this invest in rural communities? — The bill continues the Rural Maternity and Obstetrics Management Strategies Program and telehealth programs to improve maternal care access in rural communities.
- 9/22/2026
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in Senate
Lisa MurkowskiRepublican · Alaska