To amend the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 201 et seq.) to authorize research on the impacts of traumatic birth experiences and post-traumatic stress disorder on mothers, infants, and families, and for other purposes.
Sponsored by Watson Coleman, Bonnie (Democrat-NJ-12) · House · Introduced May 15, 2026
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This bill would authorize federal research funding to study how traumatic childbirth experiences and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) affect mothers, newborns, and families. The legislation amends existing public health law to establish a research program focused on understanding and addressing birth-related trauma.
Legislative Status Timeline
Introduced
May 15, 2026
In Committee
May 15, 2026
Passed House
Pending
Passed Senate
Pending
Presidential Action
Pending
Sponsor
Watson Coleman, Bonnie
Independent · NJ-12
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