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Expressing support for the goals of a "NICU Baby's Bill of Rights".

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2025-03-21
Introduced
2
Cosponsors
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Erin Houchin
Erin Houchin
Republican · IN · Representative
Votes with party: 98.7% (595 recorded votes)

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Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

2025-03-21

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Plain-English Summary

Congress would express its support for establishing a "NICU Baby's Bill of Rights," which aims to protect the rights and welfare of newborns in neonatal intensive care units and their families. The resolution backs principles that would ensure babies receive appropriate medical care, pain management, and family involvement in treatment decisions while in the NICU. This measure affects hospitals, healthcare providers, and families with critically ill newborns.

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