PREEMPT Act Preeclampsia Risk Evaluation and Evidence-based Management...
To amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to issue guidance to States on which tests for the screening and early detection of preeclampsia may be covered under the Medicaid program and the Children's Health Insurance Program.
This bill, known as the PREEMPT Act, aims to ensure that pregnant women have access to necessary tests for the early detection of preeclampsia, a serious pregnancy complication. It proposes to amend the Social Security Act to mandate the Department of Health and Human Services to provide guidance to states regarding which preeclampsia screening tests can be covered under Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program. This would help ensure that low-income pregnant women have access to these vital tests, potentially improving health outcomes for both mothers and babies.
The bill would primarily affect pregnant women who are enrolled in Medicaid or the Children's Health Insurance Program, providing them with access to potentially life-saving tests. By ensuring that these tests are covered, the bill aims to reduce the risks associated with preeclampsia, which can lead to serious complications if not detected early.
HB9061 was introduced on May 29, 2026, and has been referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. It is currently in its early stages of the legislative process, with no further actions taken as of the last update. The bill has bipartisan support, with sponsors from both the Democratic and Republican parties.
