H.R. 9816 · 119th Congress · 2025–2026
MOMMIES Act
H.R. 9816 in the 119th Congress (2025–2026) was introduced on Jul 21, 2026, sponsored by Ayanna Pressley with 18 co-sponsors.
During the 119th Congress (2025–2026), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Jul 21, 2026
- Co-sponsors
- 18
- Policy area
- Health
What it does
Maximizing Outcomes for Moms through Medicaid Improvement and Enhancement of Services Act or the MOMMIES Act This bill establishes a series of programs and requirements under Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) relating to maternal health.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Ayanna Pressley (D-MA). Co-sponsors: 18 Democrats.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJul 21, 2026
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. (Jul 21, 2026)
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Other Health bills in the 119th Congress
- H.R. 766: SEWER Act
- H.R. 2483: SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Reauthorization Act of 2025
- S. 2398: Kay Hagan Tick Reauthorization Act
- H.R. 12: Women’s Health Protection Act of 2025
- H.J.Res. 123: Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the…
- S.J.Res. 197: A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United…
- H.J.Res. 197: Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the…
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- H.R. 272: Protecting Life and Taxpayers Act of 2025
- H.R. 307: ARC Act of 2025
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From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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Capitol Receipts, “H.R. 9816 (119th Congress): MOMMIES Act,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/bill/119-hr-9816/mommies-act (accessed 2026-10-13).