Bills · HR 8024
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 8024Health
Maternal Vaccination Act
INTRO MAR 19· LAST ACTION MAR 19
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because vaccines during pregnancy and shortly after birth are crucial for protecting both the mother and the baby from serious diseases, such as the flu and whooping cough, which can be particularly dangerous for newborns. If this bill becomes law, it means more focused efforts and dedicated funding will go towards educating pregnant individuals and new mothers about these important vaccines, which could lead to healthier outcomes for families.
Without this bill, existing public health campaigns might not specifically target pregnant and postpartum individuals as strongly, and the authorized funding levels would remain lower, potentially limiting the reach and impact of these vital health initiatives. The emphasis on racial and ethnic minority groups also addresses existing health inequities, striving to ensure all families have access to essential health information and services.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Expands public health awareness campaigns to specifically include pregnant and postpartum individuals as a target group for increasing vaccination rates.
This ensures that critical information about vaccines reaches a highly vulnerable population, potentially leading to better health outcomes for mothers and infants.
PROVISION 02
Increases the authorized funding for these maternal vaccination awareness and equity campaigns from $15 million to $17 million annually for fiscal years 2027 through 2031.
More funding allows for broader reach and more effective public health campaigns, addressing a gap in current efforts.
PROVISION 03
Adds obstetric (pregnancy care) providers to the list of healthcare professionals who should receive and disseminate information about vaccinations.
This ensures that healthcare providers directly involved in prenatal care are equipped to educate and recommend vaccines to their patients.
PROVISION 04
Includes a new directive for public health activities to specifically increase vaccination rates among pregnant and postpartum individuals, including those from racial and ethnic minority groups, and their children.
This provision creates a clear mandate to improve vaccination equity and outcomes for these specific populations.
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YRS IN OFFICE
15
BILLS LED
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSMAR 19
Introduced in House
MAR 19
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 8024
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMar 19, 2026
Last actionMar 19, 2026
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ENERGY AND COMMERCE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAR 19, 2026
House BillHR 8024Health
Maternal Vaccination Act
INTRODUCED MAR 19, 2026· LAST ACTION MAR 19, 2026
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READING
1 min
COSPONSORS
0
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