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HB6716: Healthy MOM Act Healthy Maternity and Obstetric Medicine Act

: Bonnie Coleman (D-US) : May 25, 2026 Updated: Dec 15, 2023
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Bill ProgressIntroduced
  1. 1Introduced (current step)
  2. 2Passed One Chamber
  3. 3Passed Both Chambers
  4. 4Became Law

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Summary

To amend title XXVII of the Public Health Service Act to provide for a special enrollment period for pregnant women, and for other purposes.

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The Healthy MOM Act would amend federal health law to create a special enrollment period for pregnant women to sign up for health insurance. A special enrollment period lets people enroll in health plans outside the normal annual window, typically when they experience major life changes. This bill specifically targets pregnant individuals who may need coverage during their pregnancy. The bill is currently in the introduction stage, meaning it has been formally submitted but not yet assigned to a for review.

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