MOMMIES Act
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (21 Jul 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
What this bill does
H.R. 9816, the MOMMIES Act, would make several changes to Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) related to maternal health. It would extend coverage for individuals after childbirth from 60 days to one year. The bill also mandates that this extended coverage must include oral health services. Additionally, it proposes establishing a program where states receive grants to develop or improve maternity care home models for Medicaid and CHIP beneficiaries. The Government Accountability Office would be required to report on gaps in Medicaid and CHIP coverage for pregnant and postpartum women, and the use of telehealth for maternity care.
This bill primarily affects low-income mothers and their infants by expanding their healthcare coverage and access to specific services. It aims to improve maternal and infant care outcomes by supporting models that offer comprehensive services and address disparities.
As of July 21, 2026, the bill has been introduced in the House of Representatives by Representative Ayanna Pressley and referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The next step in the legislative process would be for the committee to consider the bill, which could involve hearings, markups, and potentially a vote. If it passes the committee, it would then proceed to the full House for consideration.
Plain-English summary generated by Bill100 AI from the official record. Always verify against the source below.
Official summary
Maximizing Outcomes for Moms through Medicaid Improvement and Enhancement of Services Act or the MOMMIES Act
This bill establishes a series of programs and requirements under Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) relating to maternal health.
For example, the bill expands eligibility for coverage under Medicaid and CHIP from 60 days to one year after the last day of pregnancy and requires such coverage to include oral health services.
The bill also establishes a demonstration program in which states receive grants to implement or expand models for maternity care homes that provide services to Medicaid or CHIP beneficiaries.
The Government Accountability Office must report on (1) gaps in coverage under Medicaid and CHIP for pregnant and postpartum women, and (2) the use of telehealth by state Medicaid programs to increase access to maternity care.
Timeline
21 Jul 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 9816 do?
- H.R. 9816, the MOMMIES Act, would make several changes to Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) related to maternal health. It would extend coverage for individuals after childbirth from 60 days to one year. The bill also mandates that this extended coverage must include oral health services. Additionally, it proposes establishing a program where states receive grants to develop or improve maternity care home models for Medicaid and CHIP beneficiaries. The Government Accountability Office would be required to report on gaps in Medicaid and CHIP coverage for pregnant and postpartum women, and the use of telehealth for maternity care. This bill primarily affects low-income mothers and their infants by expanding their healthcare coverage and access to specific services. It aims to improve maternal and infant care outcomes by supporting models that offer comprehensive services and address disparities. As of July 21, 2026, the bill has been introduced in the House of Representatives by Representative Ayanna Pressley and referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The next step in the legislative process would be for the committee to consider the bill, which could involve hearings, markups, and potentially a vote. If it passes the committee, it would then proceed to the full House for consideration.
- Has H.R. 9816 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 9816. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 9816?
- H.R. 9816 was sponsored by Rep. Pressley, Ayanna [D-MA-7] (D-MA), with 20 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 9816?
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. (21 Jul 2026).
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