H.R.2730 - Military Moms Act (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R.2730, the "Military Moms Act," aims to improve maternal healthcare access and resources for military families under the TRICARE program. The bill includes pregnancy and loss of pregnancy as qualifying life events, allowing for enrollment changes. It also mandates a report on maternal healthcare access within the military health system and updates to the Military OneSource program with comprehensive resources for pregnant beneficiaries.
Expected Effects
This act will likely expand healthcare options and support for pregnant military personnel and their families. The required report will provide insights into current challenges and potential improvements in maternal healthcare delivery. The expansion of Military OneSource will centralize resources and information for beneficiaries.
Potential Benefits
- Increased access to healthcare services for pregnant military personnel and their families.
- Improved continuity of care during permanent changes of station.
- Enhanced resources and information through the Military OneSource program.
- Better understanding of maternal healthcare challenges within the military health system through the mandated report.
- Potential for improved staffing and service delivery at military medical facilities.
Potential Disadvantages
- The bill specifically excludes abortion as a qualifying life event, which may limit options for some beneficiaries.
- The effectiveness of the act depends on the thoroughness and implementation of the required report and program updates.
- Potential costs associated with expanding TRICARE coverage and updating Military OneSource, although these are not explicitly detailed.
- The act's impact is limited to military families and does not address broader maternal healthcare issues in the general population.
- There may be challenges in ensuring consistent access to quality maternal healthcare across different military facilities and locations.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill appears to align with the Constitution's general welfare clause (Preamble), as it seeks to improve the health and well-being of military families. It does not appear to infringe upon any specific constitutional rights. The focus on military healthcare falls under Congress's authority to provide for the common defense and support the armed forces (Article I, Section 8).
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).