H.R. 8807: Maternal Health Pandemic Response Act
This bill, titled the Maternal Health Pandemic Response Act, aims to improve maternal health outcomes during public health emergencies, particularly in the context of infectious diseases. The main components of the bill include:
Funding Provisions
The bill authorizes specific funding amounts for various maternal health programs, including:
- $100 million for the Surveillance for Emerging Threats to Mothers and Babies program to support the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in providing guidance and partnerships for data collection related to maternal health during emergencies.
- $30 million for the Enhancing Reviews and Surveillance to Eliminate Maternal Mortality (ERASE MM) program to expand partnerships with states and provide technical assistance to Maternal Mortality Review Committees.
- $45 million for the Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System (PRAMS) to enhance surveys related to public health emergencies, focusing on experiences of maternity care.
- $15 million for the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development to support research on interventions for maternal health during emergencies.
Public Health Data Collection
The bill requires the CDC and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to make specific maternal health data publicly available, including:
- Diagnostic testing, confirmed cases, hospitalizations, deaths, and health outcomes related to infectious diseases among pregnant individuals.
- Maternal and infant health outcomes for those who test positive for infectious diseases during or after pregnancy.
It also stipulates that data should be collected and reported in a way that considers various demographic factors, such as race, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status, and must be updated regularly during and after public health emergencies.
Public Health Education
The bill mandates public health education campaigns to ensure that pregnant and postpartum individuals receive accurate and evidence-based information about health risks during emergencies, particularly targeting underserved communities.
Task Force on Maternity Care
A task force will be established to develop federal recommendations for respectful and empowering maternity care during public health emergencies. This task force will:
- Address equity in treatment based on race and ethnicity.
- Promote access to telehealth and specialized care for high-risk pregnancies.
- Provide strategies related to maternal mental health, support for pregnant individuals, and identification of barriers in maternity care delivery.
Definitions and Clarifications
The bill includes definitions for key terms such as maternal mortality, perinatal health workers, and respectful maternity care, establishing a clear framework for understanding the scope of the legislation.
Privacy and Data Security
It is essential that all data collected is deidentified to protect the privacy of individuals and comply with relevant federal and state privacy laws.
Relevant Companies
- MDLZ (Mondelez International): As a company involved in food production, Mondelez's initiatives may be impacted, particularly in relation to maternal and infant nutrition considerations during health emergencies.
- PFE (Pfizer): As a major pharmaceutical company, Pfizer could see effects in maternal health-related drug development or vaccines that cater to pregnant individuals during public health emergencies.
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Actions
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| Date | Action |
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| May. 14, 2026 | Introduced in House |
| May. 14, 2026 | Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. |
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