Low-income pregnant and new mothers would get longer Medicaid and CHIP coverage, plus new health services.
Low-income pregnant individuals and new mothers would get extended Medicaid and CHIP coverage from 60 days to one year after pregnancy. It would also require states to cover full health benefits, including oral health services, for these individuals. Additionally, the bill aims to improve maternal care through a new demonstration project and better payment rates for primary care providers.
Today, many low-income pregnant individuals and new mothers lose their Medicaid or CHIP coverage 60 days after giving birth, and oral health services are not always covered. After this bill, these individuals would keep their coverage for at least one year postpartum, receive full health benefits including oral health care, and potentially access new comprehensive maternity care programs.
HR 9816 · 119th Congress · July 21, 2026 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 8/10
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