Community Access, Resources, and Empowerment for Moms Act; CARE for Moms Act
Summary
The CARE for Moms Act aims to improve federal efforts in preventing maternal mortality. It addresses critical issues such as racial disparities in maternal health, lack of standardized data collection, and insufficient access to care. The act proposes several measures, including funding for state-based perinatal quality collaboratives, expanding Medicaid and CHIP coverage for pregnant and postpartum women, establishing regional centers of excellence, and supporting the doula workforce.
Expected Effects
This act is likely to reduce maternal mortality rates, particularly among underserved communities. It will expand access to healthcare services and improve the quality of care provided to pregnant and postpartum women. The act also seeks to standardize data collection and analysis, which will help identify best practices for preventing maternal deaths.
Potential Benefits
- Increased access to oral health services for pregnant and postpartum women through Medicaid and CHIP.
- Continuous 12-month coverage of full benefits for pregnant and postpartum individuals under Medicaid and CHIP.
- Funding for state-based perinatal quality collaboratives to improve perinatal care and health outcomes.
- Establishment of regional centers of excellence to address implicit bias and cultural competency in patient-provider interactions.
- Grants for rural obstetric mobile health units to provide pre-conception, pregnancy, postpartum, and obstetric emergency services in rural and underserved communities.
Potential Disadvantages
- Increased government spending through grants and expanded Medicaid/CHIP coverage.
- Potential for increased taxes on tobacco products to offset costs.
- Possible bureaucratic hurdles in establishing and implementing new programs.
- The effectiveness of the act depends on the successful implementation and coordination of various programs.
- Some provisions may require state legislation, causing delays in implementation.
Most Disadvantaged Areas:
Constitutional Alignment
The CARE for Moms Act aligns with the Constitution's general welfare clause (Article I, Section 8), which allows Congress to provide for the health and well-being of the population. The act's focus on healthcare access and reducing maternal mortality falls under this purview. The expansion of Medicaid and CHIP is consistent with Congress's power to regulate interstate commerce and provide for the general welfare through taxation and spending.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).