S 4195
Kira Johnson Act
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 7:52 AM
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The Kira Johnson Act aims to reduce maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity, particularly among Black pregnant and postpartum individuals and other underserved populations. It provides funding for community-based organizations to improve maternal health equity, establishes training programs to reduce bias and racism in maternity care, and mandates hospitals to implement respectful maternity care compliance programs. The bill also directs a study on effective strategies for addressing bias and implementing these programs, and requires ongoing reporting and evaluation to ensure accountability and effectiveness.
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