S 2085
Postpartum Lifeline Act
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Bill overview
The Postpartum Lifeline Act aims to improve postpartum care for individuals receiving Medicaid and CHIP benefits. It mandates that pregnant individuals and those up to one year postpartum receive continuous, full benefit coverage under these programs. Specifically, it modifies existing regulations to ensure states provide this extended coverage and clarifies the requirements for states to offer comprehensive benefits during and after pregnancy. The bill also includes a provision to streamline the process for states to implement these changes.
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