HR 1254 · 119th CongressIn Committeecongress.gov ↗

Rural Obstetrics Readiness Act

What this bill does

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This bill creates new federal grant programs to help rural areas provide better emergency care for pregnant women during childbirth. The grants would help rural hospitals and healthcare groups train staff, buy equipment, and develop telehealth programs for obstetric emergencies. The bill specifically targets areas that don't have enough maternal health care professionals or hospitals with dedicated obstetric units.

Introduced

February 12, 2025

Policy Area

Health

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