What does Preamble of Tech to Save Moms Act do?

This bill is formally titled 'To support the use of technology in maternal health care, and for other purposes.'

What does SHORT TITLE. of Tech to Save Moms Act do?

This bill is formally titled the 'Tech to Save Moms Act'.

What does INTEGRATED TELEHEALTH MODELS IN MATERNITY CARE SERVICES. of Tech to Save Moms Act do?

This section amends Section 1115A(b)(2)(B) of the Social Security Act. The amendment allows for the adoption and use of telehealth tools for screening, monitoring, and management of health complications during pregnancy. This telehealth support is specifically related to individuals receiving medical assistance under title XIX. The telehealth support period is limited to not more than a 1-year period beginning on the last day of the pregnancy. The amendment will take effect 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act.

What does GRANTS TO EXPAND THE USE OF TECHNOLOGY-ENABLED COLLABORATIVE of Tech to Save Moms Act do?

This section amends Title III of the Public Health Service Act to establish grants for evaluating, developing, and expanding technology-enabled collaborative learning and capacity building models to improve maternal health outcomes. Grants will be awarded to eligible entities operating in health professional shortage areas, areas with high maternal mortality/morbidity, rural/underserved areas, and areas with significant maternal health disparities. Recipients must use grant funds to train maternal health care providers on various topics, including safety, implicit bias, mental health, and emergency preparedness. Funds can also be used to evaluate the impact of these models on access to care, patient health outcomes, and patient experience. The Secretary may coordinate with other agencies to ensure access to reliable internet for grantees. The Secretary is authorized to award no more than one grant under this section, with a 5-year duration. Eligible entities include those providing or supporting maternal health care services to underserved populations and American Indians/Alaska Natives. The Act authorizes $6,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2026 through 2030 to carry out this section.

What does GRANTS TO PROMOTE EQUITY IN MATERNAL HEALTH OUTCOMES THROUGH of Tech to Save Moms Act do?

This section establishes a grant program to promote equity in maternal health outcomes through digital tools. The Secretary of Health and Human Services will award grants to eligible entities to increase access to provider-facing technologies and other digital tools related to maternal health care. Applications for grants must be submitted to the Secretary, who will determine the required information. Grant prioritization will favor entities in areas with high maternal mortality rates, health professional shortage areas, or those promoting technology addressing maternal health disparities. The Secretary may award a maximum of one grant, with a duration of five years. The Secretary will provide technical assistance to grant recipients regarding the development, use, evaluation, and sustainability of digital tools. Grant recipients must submit reports to the Secretary, and the Secretary must submit a report to Congress evaluating the program's effectiveness and providing recommendations. The report to Congress will include recommendations on topics such as technology privacy, telehealth reimbursement, data sharing, and barriers to telehealth access. A total of $6,000,000 is authorized for appropriation annually from fiscal years 2026 through 2030 to carry out this section.

What does REPORT ON THE USE OF TECHNOLOGY IN MATERNITY CARE. of Tech to Save Moms Act do?

This section requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services to enter an agreement with the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to conduct a study on technology and patient monitoring devices in maternity care. The study will examine the use of innovative technology, including artificial intelligence, and patient monitoring devices in maternal health care. A key focus of the study is the extent to which these technologies have affected racial or ethnic biases in maternal health care. The study is also directed to identify best practices for reducing and preventing racial or ethnic biases in the use of technology and monitoring devices. The study will also address best practices for using technology and monitoring devices for pregnant and postpartum individuals from racial and ethnic minority groups. The study will also consider privacy and security safeguards related to the use of these technologies. The National Academies are required to submit a report on the study's results to Congress within 24 months of the Act's enactment.

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Tech to Save Moms Act

Last updated: 3/11/2025 · Introduced: 3/11/2025

Author: Ben Luján (D-NM)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill expands telehealth access for pregnant individuals receiving Medicaid, allowing for screening, monitoring, and management of complications for up to one year following the last day of pregnancy.
The bill establishes grant programs totaling $6 million annually from 2026-2030 to support the development and implementation of technology-enabled training and digital tools aimed at improving maternal health outcomes, particularly in underserved areas.
The bill mandates a study by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to examine the impact of technology and patient monitoring devices on maternal health, with a focus on racial and ethnic biases and best practices for equitable use.

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