This bill amends the Fiscal Code of Pennsylvania to enhance the Department of Health's capabilities by introducing a mobile application aimed at promoting health programs related to pregnancy, prenatal care, postpartum care, newborn care, and infant care. The Department of Health, in collaboration with the Department of Human Services and the Insurance Department, is tasked with implementing and administering this mobile application. The application will focus on increasing participation among eligible individuals, particularly those who are on Medicaid or medical assistance, and will provide essential information regarding eligibility and available resources.

Key provisions of the bill include the establishment of a competitive bidding process for selecting a mobile application vendor, with a preference for those experienced in reaching mothers and expectant mothers on Medicaid. The application must be accessible on both Android and iOS platforms, provide information in multiple languages, and adhere to clinical standards set by recognized health organizations. The vendor will be compensated based on user engagement, with a cap of $500,000 annually, and will be required to provide aggregate data on user interactions with the application. The bill is set to take effect 60 days after its passage.

Statutes/Laws affected:
Printer's No. 1278 (Apr 07, 2025): P.L.343, No.176