The bill amends the Social Welfare Act of 1939 by adding a new section, 109t, which mandates the Department of Health and Human Services to provide coverage for group prenatal care services under the medical assistance program. This new provision defines "group prenatal care services" as a series of prenatal visits conducted in a group setting, utilizing an evidence-based model that incorporates health assessments, social and clinical support, and educational activities.

Additionally, the bill emphasizes the importance of a family-centered environment and peer-to-peer interaction, which aims to foster support among pregnant individuals throughout their pregnancy and into early childhood. This initiative seeks to enhance the quality of prenatal care and improve health outcomes for mothers and their children by promoting community and shared experiences during the prenatal period.

Statutes affected:
Senate Introduced Bill: 400.1, 400.119