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BillHR 8024 · 119

Maternal Vaccination Act

Introduced
Mar 19, 2026
Cosponsors
0
Traction
0
Last Action
Mar 19, 2026

Bill Summary

Funds research and programs to improve vaccination rates among pregnant women, particularly for diseases like flu and whooping cough. Requires the government to develop strategies to educate and vaccinate pregnant women.

Sponsored By

Terri A. Sewell
Democrat · Alabama · House

Bill Journey

  1. Mar 19, 2026
  3. Mar 19, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects pregnant women and their newborns, potentially increasing their access to vaccinations and improving their health outcomes. It also impacts healthcare providers and researchers who work on maternal vaccination programs.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
1backer
  • Democratic1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicHealth
CommitteeCommittee on Energy and Commerce
IntroducedMar 19, 2026
Last UpdatedMar 19, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Subjects
  • Health

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.