Press ReleaseUrgent2026-05-07
Congresswoman Nikema Williams Introduces Legislation to Protect Mothers and Fight the Black Maternal Health Crisis
Nikema Williams
DGA-5 · Representative
HealthcareTaxes
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This press release from Representative Nikema Williams (D-GA) was published on 2026-05-07 and titled "Congresswoman Nikema Williams Introduces Legislation to Protect Mothers and Fight the Black Maternal Health Crisis". It focuses on healthcare and touches on taxes.
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Congresswoman Nikema Williams Introduces Legislation to Protect Mothers and Fight the Black Maternal Health Crisis WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05) introduced the Blood Pressure MATTERS Act that would require healthcare insurers to provide pregnant and postpartum moms blood pressure monitoring devices, without cost sharing with the patient. High blood pressure during pregnancy carries significant risks for the mother and baby, including preeclampsia, placental abruption, and premature birth. [ ] The post Congresswoman Nikema Williams Introduces Legislation to Protect Mothers and Fight the Black Maternal Health Crisis appeared first on Nikema Williams .