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HR 2040119th CongressIntroduced
NEWBORN Act
Introduced: Oct 29, 2025
Civil Rights & JusticeHealthcareSocial Services
Standard Summary
Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs
The NEWBORN Act authorizes $10 million annually from 2025-2029 to fund pilot programs targeting infant mortality in high-risk areas, focusing on clinical and social interventions like prenatal care, postpartum support, and rural outreach.
Key Points
- 1Establishes grants for infant mortality reduction programs in 50 highest-risk counties
- 2Prioritizes addressing birth defects, preterm births, and maternal health complications
- 3Requires coordination between health departments and existing infant mortality reduction entities
Impact Areas
Infants and mothers in high-mortality regionsRural healthcare accessTribal health organizationsPublic health departments
Generated by legislative-analysis-v3 on Nov 9, 2025