The proposed bill mandates that the Arkansas Medicaid Program cover blood pressure monitors for pregnant and postpartum women. Specifically, it introduces a new section to the Arkansas Code, designated as 20-77-154, which stipulates that blood pressure monitors will be provided to each pregnant woman and postpartum woman for up to one year after childbirth, as long as they are covered by the program.

Additionally, the bill requires the Department of Human Services to seek any necessary federal waivers, Medicaid state plan amendments, or other authorities to effectively implement this new coverage requirement. This initiative aims to enhance maternal health by ensuring that women have access to essential monitoring tools during and after pregnancy.