Bills · HR 688
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 688Child care and developmentComputers and information technology
Standing with Moms Act
INTRO JAN 23· LAST ACTION JAN 23
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it aims to create a one-stop online hub for pregnant women and new mothers to find crucial support and information. If it becomes law, it could simplify the process of finding services like mental health counseling, financial aid, or housing, which can be fragmented and hard to navigate currently. This could make it easier for women to access the help they need to care for themselves and their children.
Without this bill, finding these resources would remain a more scattered and potentially difficult task, requiring individuals to search various government and private websites. The bill also focuses specifically on providing information related to alternatives to abortion and abortion risks, which could influence decisions by presenting a particular set of information directly and prominently.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires the creation of a new public website, life.gov, and a specialized portal on the HHS website within one year.
This establishes a central online platform intended to consolidate information and resources for pregnant women and new mothers.
PROVISION 02
The website and portal must include comprehensive information on alternatives to abortion, abortion risks, and child development from conception.
This provision directs the focus of the information provided, emphasizing specific perspectives on pregnancy options and fetal development.
PROVISION 03
Mandates a wide range of specific resources to be included, such as mental health services, financial aid, housing, childcare, and support for adoption.
It ensures that a broad spectrum of practical and medical support services are highlighted and made accessible to users.
PROVISION 04
Establishes a grant program for States to aggregate local resources and requires the Maternal Mental Health Hotline to integrate with the new platform.
This provision aims to ensure local relevance and widespread dissemination of the information through existing support channels.
PROVISION 05
Requires a plan for follow-up outreach via phone or email to portal users, providing additional resources upon request.
This aims to provide more proactive and personalized support beyond just passive information display on the website.
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R· South Carolina
YRS IN OFFICE
5
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSJAN 23
Introduced in House
JAN 23
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 688
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJan 23, 2025
Last actionJan 23, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ENERGY AND COMMERCE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JAN 23, 2025
House BillHR 688Child care and developmentComputers and information technology
Standing with Moms Act
INTRODUCED JAN 23, 2025· LAST ACTION JAN 23, 2025
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