Bill · H.R. 4150· House(119-HR-4150)

Advancing Maternal Health Equity Under Medicaid Act

Age: 48 years

Georgia

Introduced: 6/25/2025
Last activity: 6/25/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Sponsored by: Nikema Williams
Cosponsors: - 21 - 0

Health

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, known as the "Advancing Maternal Health Equity Under Medicaid Act," aims to change how the federal government helps pay for Medicaid. It seeks to increase the federal matching rate for increased spending on maternal health care services. This change would apply to calendar quarters starting after one year from the date of enactment. The bill defines specific maternal health care services, such as prenatal, labor and delivery, and postpartum care. It also establishes requirements for how states must use these additional funds.

Yes· 3 of 8

Would women be better off under this?+9
The bill directly targets and expands essential maternal and postpartum health services for women.
Does this make health care easier to get in general?+8
The bill expands access to maternal care, including telehealth, home visiting, and various support professionals.
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+7
Medicaid recipients are often low-income, and this bill enhances their access to essential maternal care.