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H.R. 6945: Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Act

This bill, known as the Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Act, aims to amend part A of title IV of the Social Security Act to clarify and expand the authority of states in using federal funds. Here are the key points of the bill:

Use of Federal Funds

The bill allows states to utilize federal grants specifically to support pregnancy centers. This means that states can use funds from a specific section of the Social Security Act (section 403) to finance these centers without restrictions regarding their funding sources.

Definition of Pregnancy Centers

According to the bill, a pregnancy center is defined as any organization that:

  • Supports the life of the mother and unborn child: This includes organizations dedicated to advocating for the health and rights of both the mother and unborn child.
  • Offers various resources and services: These services may include:
    • Relationship counseling
    • Prenatal and pregnancy education
    • Pregnancy testing
    • Material supplies such as diapers and baby clothes

Non-Discrimination Provision

The bill prohibits any interpretation of existing laws that would prevent states from supporting pregnancy centers. This aims to ensure that such centers receive funding without facing discrimination based on their mission or the services they provide.

Overall Aim

The overall intent of the legislation is to bolster support for pregnancy centers and enhance the resources available for mothers, fathers, and families, thereby promoting family health and well-being.

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Date Action
Jan. 26, 2026 Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Jan. 21, 2026 Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H1155-1156)
Jan. 21, 2026 Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1009. (consideration: CR H1139-1147)
Jan. 21, 2026 DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 6945.
Jan. 21, 2026 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Jan. 21, 2026 Ms. Moore (WI) moved to recommit to the Committee on Ways and Means. (text: CR H1147)
Jan. 21, 2026 On motion to recommit Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 209 - 213 (Roll no. 36).
Jan. 21, 2026 On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 215 - 209 (Roll no. 37). (text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR H1139)
Jan. 21, 2026 Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 215 - 209 (Roll no. 37). (text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR H1139)
Jan. 21, 2026 POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H.R. 6945, the Chair put the question on motion to recommit and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Ms. Moore (WI) demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.
Jan. 21, 2026 Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 6945, H.R. 6359 and H.J. Res. 140. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 6945, H.R. 6359, and H.J. Res. 140 under a closed rule with one hour of general debate and one motion to recommit on each measure.
Jan. 21, 2026 The previous question on the motion to recommit was ordered pursuant to clause 2(b) of rule XIX.
Jan. 21, 2026 The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
Jan. 20, 2026 Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 1009 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 6945, H.R. 6359 and H.J. Res. 140. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 6945, H.R. 6359, and H.J. Res. 140 under a closed rule with one hour of general debate and one motion to recommit on each measure.
Jan. 14, 2026 Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Jan. 14, 2026 Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by the Yeas and Nays: 25 - 18.
Jan. 06, 2026 Introduced in House
Jan. 06, 2026 Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

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