Rep. Robin Kelly announces the WELLS Act, legislation aimed at improving maternal health post-discharge safety.
Quiver AI Summary
Rep. Kelly introduces WELLS Act: U.S. Representative Robin Kelly (IL-02) announced plans to introduce the WELLS Act, a maternal health bill inspired by Mercedes Wells, who experienced labor in her truck after being discharged from a hospital. The legislation aims to ensure hospitals develop safe discharge plans for pregnant patients.
Mercedes Wells speaks out: Mercedes expressed her desire to advocate for better care, stating, "No expecting mother should be visited by this kind of horror." Her husband, Leon, highlighted the need for improved medical attention, reinforcing the impact of their experience on their family.
Legislation details: The WELLS Act will require hospitals providing obstetric services to create a Safe Discharge Labor Plan. This includes assessing travel distances, verifying transportation, and documenting patient understanding. The bill also emphasizes racial bias training in healthcare.
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Robin L. Kelly Fundraising
Robin L. Kelly recently disclosed $277.3K of fundraising in a Q3 FEC disclosure filed on October 15th, 2025. This was the 339th most from all Q3 reports we have seen this year. 78.9% came from individual donors.
Kelly disclosed $500.8K of spending. This was the 87th most from all Q3 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Kelly disclosed $2.0M of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 183rd most from all Q3 reports we have seen this year.
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Robin L. Kelly Net Worth
Quiver Quantitative estimates that Robin L. Kelly is worth $40.5K, as of November 25th, 2025. This is the 478th highest net worth in Congress, per our live estimates.
Kelly has approximately $0 invested in publicly traded assets which Quiver is able to track live.
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Robin L. Kelly Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Robin L. Kelly:
- H.R.6199: To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to expand the availability of medical nutrition therapy services under the Medicare program.
- H.R.4084: Access to Birth Control Act
- H.R.3974: Protect Black Women and Girls Act
- H.R.2937: PROTECT 911 Act
- H.R.2618: Federal Firearm Licensee Act
- H.R.2507: Helping to Encourage Real Opportunities (HERO) for Youth Act of 2025
You can track bills proposed by Robin L. Kelly on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Kelly.
