HR9816Referred to Committee

To amend titles XIX and XXI of the Social Security Act to improve Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program for low-income mothers.

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2026-07-21
Introduced
17
Cosponsors
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Ayanna Pressley
Ayanna Pressley
Democrat · MA · Representative
Votes with party: 96.6% (615 recorded votes)

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Cosponsors (17)

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Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

2026-07-21

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Plain-English Summary

The proposal would expand health insurance coverage under Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program specifically for low-income mothers, making it easier for them to qualify for and maintain health benefits. This would affect millions of mothers and their families who struggle to afford medical care, potentially reducing out-of-pocket costs and improving access to preventive services and treatment.

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