Bill · S. 4187· Senate(119-S-4187)
Data to Save Moms Act
- Introduced
- 3/25/2026
- Last activity
- 3/25/2026 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
- Sponsored by
- Tina Smith
- Cosponsors
- - 2 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The "Data to Save Moms Act" aims to amend the Public Health Service Act to improve how maternal health data is collected and measured. It focuses on providing funding to maternal mortality review committees to increase community engagement and diversity in their membership. The bill mandates a comprehensive review of existing maternal health data collection processes and quality measures. Additionally, it directs a specific study on maternal health among American Indian and Alaska Native populations. It also establishes a grant program for minority-serving institutions to research various aspects of the maternal health crisis.
Yes· 3 of 12
Would women be better off under this?+8
The bill is dedicated to improving maternal health, safety, and mortality outcomes for women.
Would Native Americans be better off under this?+7
The bill mandates a comprehensive study of maternal mortality specifically among American Indian and Alaska Native populations.
Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?+6
The bill focuses on addressing maternal health disparities among racial and ethnic minority groups through targeted research and community engagement.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased Diversity in Review Committees: The bill allows for grants to help committees select community members who can increase diversity regarding race, ethnicity, location, and personal experiences with maternal mortality (Section 2).
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Addressing Barriers to Participation: Funds may be used to address barriers for community members, such as providing necessary training, transportation, and compensation (Section 2).
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Enhanced Data for Severe Cases: The bill includes provisions to review cases of severe maternal morbidity and deaths related to mental health or substance use disorders during or up to one year after pregnancy (Section 3).
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Community Inclusion in Policy: The bill emphasizes consulting with local community-based organizations and listening to the stories of pregnant and postpartum individuals to inform solutions (Section 3 and Section 4).
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Targeted Research for American Indian and Alaska Native Populations: A specific study is mandated to examine unique causes of maternal mortality and morbidity in these populations and provide recommendations for improved outcomes (Section 5).
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Support for Minority-Serving Institutions: The creation of a grant program allows research centers and health schools at minority-serving institutions to study the maternal health crisis and develop potential solutions (Section 6).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts or burdens are explicitly stated in the text of the bill.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Women+8Good For Native Americans+7Good For African Americans+5Good For Hispanic Americans+5Good For Low Income Households+3Good For Children+2
- Healthcare
- Increases Research Funding+5Improves Healthcare Access+4Improves Mental Health Access+3Increases Medicaid Funding+2
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Racial Equity+6
- Education And Technology
- Improves College Affordability+2
- 3/25/2026
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in Senate
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