NIH IMPROVE Act

This bill authorizes $53.4 million annually (2025-2031) to fund NIH research focused on reducing maternal deaths and serious pregnancy complications, with specific emphasis on addressing racial, geographic, and socioeconomic disparities. It directs the NIH to study biological, behavioral, and structural causes of maternal health issues through grants - prioritizing research led by minority scientists and community-based interventions. The initiative aims to improve care before, during, and after pregnancy for all individuals, particularly those in underserved communities facing health disparities. The law does not create new healthcare services but establishes a research framework to inform future policy and care improvements.