The bill would establish federal programs and grants addressing maternal mortality, severe maternal morbidity, and maternal health disparities. It would extend WIC eligibility for new mothers from 6 to 24 months, support maternal and perinatal health workforces, expand data collection and research, and fund programs involving veterans, incarcerated individuals, telehealth, climate risks, mental health, and vaccinations. It would authorize $15 million annually for fiscal years 2027 through 2031 for Department of Veterans Affairs maternity health programs and $15 million annually for the same period for perinatal nursing workforce grants.

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