To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to require hospitals and freestanding birth centers to notify each mother of a miscarried fetus of her rights with respect to such fetus, and for other purposes.

Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

2026-05-13

Hospitals and birth centers would be required to inform mothers who experience miscarriages about their legal rights regarding the remains of the fetus, such as options for burial, cremation, or donation. The requirement would apply to facilities that receive Medicare funding and would ensure mothers have clear information about what they can do with fetal remains after a miscarriage. This affects pregnant women, hospitals, and birth centers across the country.