HR 2040
Newborn act
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 1:23 AM
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Bill overview
This bill, the NEWBORN Act, aims to reduce infant mortality rates in the United States by authorizing funding for pilot programs in high-risk areas. It directs the Health Resources and Services Administration to award grants to eligible entities – like county health departments or Tribal organizations – to create and implement programs addressing key factors contributing to infant mortality, such as birth defects, preterm birth, and maternal complications. These programs can include outreach to at-risk mothers, standardized service systems, and public education campaigns, with a focus on improving pregnancy and infancy care.
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Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large] Norton
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