Bill · H.R. 2040· House(119-HR-2040)

NEWBORN Act

Age: 77 years

Tennessee

Introduced: 3/11/2025
Last activity: 3/11/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Sponsored by: Steve Cohen
Cosponsors: - 12 - 1

Health

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, known as the "NEWBORN Act," authorizes funding for infant mortality pilot programs. The Secretary will award grants to eligible entities to create and oversee these programs for up to five years. Preference for these grants is given to entities serving counties with the highest infant mortality rates or those addressing specific issues like preterm birth and sudden infant death. The programs can fund various activities, including community plans, outreach to at-risk mothers, and public education campaigns. Additionally, the bill authorizes $10,000,000 for each fiscal year from 2025 through 2029 to support these efforts.

Yes· 3 of 10

Would children be better off under this?+8
The bill directly targets reducing infant mortality through various pilot programs.
Does this make health care easier to get in general?+7
The bill improves healthcare access through pilot programs targeting infant mortality and maternal needs.
Would women be better off under this?+6
The bill focuses on maternal health, pregnancy complications, and support for at-risk mothers.