Healthcare (Women's Health)

in committee · United States · Senate May 6, 2025

S 1630: MOMS Act

The MOMS Act establishes a federal website called pregnancy.gov that will connect pregnant and postpartum women with local resources for healthcare, housing, childcare, and other support services. It creates grant programs for nonprofits that assist women in carrying pregnancies to term, with restrictions prohibiting these organizations from providing or referring for abortion services. The bill also amends child support laws to allow for child support obligations to begin at conception for unborn children, with payment amounts determined by courts based on the best interests of the mother and child. Additionally, it provides grants for telehealth equipment to improve prenatal and postnatal care access in rural and medically underserved areas.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes pregnancy.gov to connect women to healthcare resources and funds nonprofits supporting pregnancy care, expanding access to maternal health services while restricting abortion referrals in grant programs.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Telehealth Women's Health

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in committee · United States · House Mar 11, 2025

HR 2040: NEWBORN Act

HR 2040, the NEWBORN Act, creates federal grants for local health departments to run infant mortality pilot programs in the 50 highest-risk counties. The $10 million annual funding (2025-2029) requires grantees to develop community-specific plans addressing causes like preterm birth, maternal complications, and infant injuries. Programs must include outreach to at-risk mothers, standardized services (postpartum care, smoking cessation, nutrition counseling), rural health initiatives, and public education campaigns. Grantees must report annually on program outcomes, with funds limited to 10% for evaluation. The bill directly affects communities with high infant mortality rates and at-risk mothers and infants through these targeted, evidence-based interventions.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProvides $10M annual federal grants for infant/maternal health programs in high-risk counties, directly funding public health initiatives to reduce mortality through community-specific care plans.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Children's Health Women's Health

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in committee · United States · Senate Jan 24, 2025

S 253: Abortion Is Not Health Care Act of 2025

This bill changes U.S. tax law by removing abortion expenses from the list of medical costs taxpayers can deduct. It specifically states that amounts paid for abortions cannot be counted toward medical expense deductions on federal tax returns, affecting individuals who pay for abortions and might have claimed them as deductible medical expenses. Exceptions apply for abortions needed to treat life-endangering physical conditions related to pregnancy, or in cases of rape or incest, as certified by a physician. The law would take effect for tax years beginning after its enactment. This is a tax policy change, not a restriction on abortion access.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill removes abortion expense deduction from medical costs, restricting tax benefits and increasing tax burden for affected individuals.95% confidence ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareRemoves tax deductibility for abortion expenses (except life-threatening cases/rape/incest), restricting access to abortion as a healthcare service.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Women's Health

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in committee · United States · Senate Jan 23, 2025

S 207: Protecting Life on College Campus Act of 2025

This bill prohibits federal funding (directly or indirectly) for colleges and universities that host or are affiliated with campus health clinics providing abortion drugs or abortions to students or staff. Institutions must submit annual reports certifying no such services are offered to remain eligible for federal funds. The law also prevents states from penalizing schools for complying with this funding restriction. It specifically defines "abortion drugs" and "school-based service sites" (excluding hospitals) to clarify coverage.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationRestricts federal funding for higher ed institutions providing abortion services, directly limiting school funding eligibility for affected institutions.95% confidence ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareDefunds campus clinics offering abortion services, restricting access to reproductive healthcare as a core healthcare service.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Women's Health

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 22, 2025

S 2377: EACH Act of 2025

S 2377, the EACH Act of 2025, requires all federal health programs - including Medicaid, Medicare, the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), and the Indian Health Service - to cover abortion services without restrictions based on income or insurance type. It repeals the Hyde Amendment (Section 1303 of the ACA), which previously barred federal funds from covering most abortions, and prohibits state or private insurance plans from restricting abortion coverage. This directly affects millions enrolled in federal health programs, particularly low-income individuals, women of color, and young people, who face barriers to abortion access under current laws. The bill mandates that all federally funded health programs provide comprehensive abortion coverage as a standard benefit.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates federal health programs to cover abortion without restrictions, repealing Hyde Amendment, expanding access to abortion services95% confidence

Sub-Topics Children's Health Insurance Women's Health

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in committee · United States · Senate Aug 1, 2025

S 2302: Access to Birth Control Act

The Access to Birth Control Act (S 2302) requires pharmacies to provide contraception without delay when available and to help customers obtain it if out of stock - either by referring to another pharmacy or expediting an order. It prohibits pharmacies from intimidating customers, misrepresenting availability, breaching confidentiality, or refusing to return valid prescriptions for contraception. Exceptions allow pharmacists to decline service only if a prescription is missing, the customer cannot pay, or they use professional clinical judgment. Violations may result in civil penalties of up to $1,000 per day or private lawsuits by affected individuals.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates pharmacy access to contraception, protects patient rights, prevents refusal - directly expands healthcare access per topic description.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Prescription Drugs Women's Health

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in committee · United States · Senate Jan 24, 2025

S 251: Protecting Life in Health Savings Accounts Act

This bill restricts health savings accounts (HSAs), Archer MSAs, health flexible spending accounts, and health reimbursement arrangements from covering most abortion expenses. It allows exceptions only for abortions resulting from rape or incest, or when a pregnancy poses a life-endangering risk to the woman (as certified by a physician). The law amends tax code provisions to exclude non-exempt abortion costs from being treated as qualified medical expenses for tax purposes. These changes take effect for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2025, directly affecting individuals using these specific tax-advantaged health accounts.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesRestricts tax deductions for abortion expenses by excluding them from qualified medical expenses, limiting tax benefits under healthcare spending provisions.90% confidence ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareRestricts abortion coverage in HSAs except for rape/incest/life risk, limiting access to abortion services under healthcare plans.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Women's Health

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in committee · United States · House Jan 24, 2025

HR 729: Teleabortion Prevention Act of 2025

HR 729, the Teleabortion Prevention Act of 2025, prohibits healthcare providers from administering chemical abortions (using drugs to terminate pregnancy) via telehealth or remote means without being physically present during the procedure. It requires providers to physically examine the patient, be present at the location of the abortion, and schedule a follow-up visit within 14 days. The bill directly affects healthcare providers offering telemedicine abortion services, imposing fines up to $1,000 or up to 2 years in prison for violations. Exceptions apply for life-threatening medical emergencies, and the law explicitly excludes treatment for verified ectopic pregnancies. This bill targets the remote provision of abortion drugs, making in-person provider presence mandatory for such procedures.

Topics ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareRestricts telehealth abortion services by requiring in-person visits, limiting patient access to a healthcare service and imposing fines for remote provision.90% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill restricts telehealth services by requiring physical presence, limiting remote access to medical care and reducing digital health equity.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Telehealth Women's Health

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in committee · United States · House Oct 10, 2025

HRES 803: Urging the Director of the Food and Drug Administration to reevaluate the safety of all chemical abortion drugs in light of recent independent studies, and for other purposes.

HRES 803 is a non-binding resolution urging the FDA to reassess the safety of all chemical abortion drugs based on recent independent studies. It specifically requests the FDA reevaluate safety data and publicly release a full safety review including real-world complications. The resolution does not change laws or create new requirements but asks the FDA to consider findings that claim complication rates are 22 times higher than current reports. This resolution directly addresses the FDA's regulatory oversight of these drugs, not other entities or policies.

Topics ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareBill seeks FDA reevaluation of chemical abortion drugs' safety, implying potential restrictions on access to abortion services within healthcare.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Women's Health

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in committee · United States · Senate Nov 19, 2025

S 3223: Hospital Adoption Education Act of 2025

The Hospital Adoption Education Act of 2025 requires the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to develop and distribute accessible resources - such as digital tools and print materials - to help hospital staff understand adoption sensitivities and interact appropriately with prospective birth mothers and adoptive families. It mandates that the Secretary create an online resource hub for healthcare workers and establish a committee of adoption experts, including maternal health and child welfare professionals, to guide this effort. The bill also funds grants to nonprofit organizations providing non-directive adoption education to hospital staff, prohibiting entities tied to child-placing agencies or abortion services from receiving these funds. Finally, it requires a congressional report within three years assessing how many hospitals adopt the training and how many staff complete it.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates HHS to develop resources for hospital staff on adoption sensitivities, improving patient interactions and care quality in healthcare settings. This aligns with supporting patient access and rights in health services.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals Women's Health

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