Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HB6004

Introduced
10/19/23  
Refer
10/25/23  

Caption

MOMMIES Act Maximizing Outcomes for Moms through Medicaid Improvement and Enhancement of Services Act

Impact

The bill will amend existing provisions in the Social Security Act, particularly those relating to Medicaid and CHIP, to expand eligibility and reduce restrictive practices that currently hinder access for low-income pregnant individuals. Specifically, states will be prohibited from implementing more restrictive coverage standards and will be monitored to maintain the levels of assistance provided at the time of the bill's enactment. This is intended to alleviate financial burdens and improve overall maternal health outcomes, especially among underserved populations.

Summary

House Bill 6004, known as the 'Maximizing Outcomes for Moms through Medicaid Improvement and Enhancement of Services Act' or the 'MOMMIES Act,' aims to improve Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) for low-income mothers. The bill proposes extending continuous Medicaid and CHIP coverage from a 60-day postpartum period to one full year after pregnancy. This significant change aims to ensure that new mothers have adequate healthcare coverage during the critical postpartum phase, addressing gaps in both physical and mental health support.

Contention

Despite its supportive intentions, the MOMMIES Act may spark debates regarding the adequacy of funding and resources needed for states to implement such reforms effectively. Some stakeholders may argue about the feasibility of sustaining expanded Medicaid services amid budget constraints, while others might raise concerns regarding the administrative challenges states could face in modifying current systems to comply with the new requirements. The inclusion of telehealth provisions and support for community-based doula services also highlights ongoing discussions about the best practices for improving maternal healthcare access and equity.

Companion Bills

US SB3090

Same As MOMMIES Act Maximizing Outcomes for Moms through Medicaid Improvement and Enhancement of Services Act

Previously Filed As

US SB3090

MOMMIES Act Maximizing Outcomes for Moms through Medicaid Improvement and Enhancement of Services Act

US HB5568

CARE for Moms Act Community Access, Resources, and Empowerment for Moms Act

US HB6029

Disaster Relief Medicaid Act

US HB3768

Midwives for Maximizing Optimal Maternity Services Act of 2023 Midwives for MOMS Act of 2023

US HB3346

IMPACT to Save Moms Act Innovative Maternal Payment and Coverage To Save Moms Act

US HB5066

Tech to Save Moms Act

US SB2846

CARE for Moms Act Community Access, Resources, and Empowerment for Moms Act

US SB1851

Midwives for MOMS Act of 2023 Midwives for Maximizing Optimal Maternity Services Act of 2023

US HB1620

MORE Savings Act Maximizing Opioid Recovery Emergency Savings Act

US HB9049

HEALTH for MOM Act of 2024 Harnessing Effective and Appropriate Long-Term Health for Moms On Medicaid Act of 2024

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