Creates studies and grants to improve maternal health for those affected by violence or trauma
This bill would create a study on how domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, stalking, human trafficking, sex trafficking, child sexual abuse, forced marriage, reproductive coercion, intergenerational violence, trauma, or psychiatric disorders affect maternal health, including risks like suicide and poor birth outcomes. It would also set aside $15 million each year for three years to fund programs that help pregnant and new mothers who have experienced these challenges. This means more research and support for vulnerable mothers and their babies.
Currently, there is no specific federal mandate for a comprehensive study by the National Academy of Medicine on how domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, stalking, human trafficking, sex trafficking, child sexual abuse, forced marriage, reproductive coercion, intergenerational violence, trauma, or psychiatric disorders affect maternal health. Also, there isn't a dedicated federal grant program to fund innovative approaches to improve maternal and child health outcomes for victims of these issues. If this bill becomes law, it would require a study on these critical connections and authorize $15,000,000 each year for the government's budget years 2027 through 2029 for grants to support new programs. It would also require federal guidance for healthcare providers on how to better identify and support pregnant and postpartum individuals affected by violence.
HR 8521 · 119th Congress · April 27, 2026 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 5/10
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