Midwives for MOMS Act of 2025
Midwives for MOMS Act of 2025
Plain Language Summary
# Midwives for MOMS Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Does:** The Midwives for MOMS Act of 2025 is a proposed federal law that would expand access to midwifery services across the United States. While specific details aren't publicly available in the basic bill information, legislation with this title typically aims to increase insurance coverage, Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement, or regulatory support for midwife-assisted births as an alternative to traditional hospital deliveries. **Who It Affects:** This bill would primarily impact pregnant individuals seeking birth options, midwives and birthing centers offering these services, and insurance companies and government healthcare programs that would cover these services.
It could also affect hospitals and obstetrical care providers. **Current Status:** As of now, HR 6394 is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was sponsored by Representative Ashley Hinson (R-IA), a Republican from Iowa. *Note: More detailed information about specific provisions would require access to the full bill text.*.
Latest Action
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.