What does Preamble of Protect Moms From Domestic Violence Act do?

This bill aims to study the relationship between intimate partner violence and maternal morbidity or mortality. The study focuses on the increased risk of maternal morbidity or mortality for victims of intimate partner violence.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Protect Moms From Domestic Violence Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Protect Moms From Domestic Violence Act

What does STUDY BY NATIONAL ACADEMY OF MEDICINE. of Protect Moms From Domestic Violence Act do?

This section directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish an arrangement for a study by the National Academy of Medicine (or another entity if the Academy declines). The study will examine the impact of various forms of violence, trauma, and psychiatric disorders on the risk of maternal morbidity and mortality, including intimate partner homicide. The study must examine whether these factors increase the risk of suicide, homicide, substance use, drug overdose, or poor birth outcomes among pregnant and postpartum individuals. The study will also assess the extent to which these factors are social determinants of health. The study should specifically focus on the impacts among diverse communities, including Black and African American, Hispanic and Latino, American Indian, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, Alaskan Native, and LGBTQIA2S+ birthing persons, and adolescent mothers.

What does GRANTS FOR INNOVATIVE APPROACHES TO IMPROVE MATERNAL AND CHILD of Protect Moms From Domestic Violence Act do?

This section establishes a grant program to improve maternal and child health outcomes for victims of various forms of violence and trauma. The Secretary of Health and Human Services, in collaboration with several agencies, will award grants to eligible entities for developing and implementing innovative approaches, including culturally relevant education campaigns. Eligible entities include state and local governments, tribal governments, nonprofit organizations, federally qualified health centers, institutions of higher education, and Department of Veterans Affairs facilities. Priority will be given to applicants addressing domestic violence, dating violence, sexual violence, and mental health/substance use disorders among pregnant persons, those at risk of pregnancy, and postpartum individuals. Applicants are also prioritized for initiatives focused on cultural bias training, maternal health surveillance, and facilitating shared learning among grant recipients. The Secretary must report to Congress on best practices every three years, starting three years after enactment. The bill authorizes $15,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2027 through 2029 to carry out this section.

What does GUIDANCE. of Protect Moms From Domestic Violence Act do?

This section requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services to publish guidance. Guidance is for developing protocols on education, assessment, and health promotion. Guidance also covers creating partnerships between health care providers and community organizations.

What does DEFINITIONS. of Protect Moms From Domestic Violence Act do?

This section defines key terms related to maternal health. Definitions include freestanding birth center, maternal morbidity, maternal mortality, and postpartum period. These definitions are used to clarify terms within the Act.

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Protect Moms From Domestic Violence Act

Last updated: 4/27/2026 · Introduced: 4/27/2026

Author: Gwen Moore (D-WI)

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This bill directs the National Academy of Medicine to conduct a study examining the impact of violence, trauma, and psychiatric disorders on maternal morbidity and mortality, with a focus on diverse communities.
The bill establishes a grant program authorizing $15 million annually from 2027-2029 to fund innovative approaches improving maternal and child health outcomes for victims of violence and trauma.
The Secretary of Health and Human Services must publish guidance for healthcare providers and community organizations on education, assessment, and health promotion related to maternal health.

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