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A 6368

Enacts the "children and recovering mothers (CHARM) act"

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Latrice Walker

Enacts the CHARM Act to support recovering mothers and their children by expanding maternal/child health services and protections, with Health Committee review.

REFERRED TO HEALTH
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Bill Summary · A 6368

Summary: Bill A 6368 — Enacts the "Children and Recovering Mothers (CHARM) Act"

Overview

  • Bill Number: A 6368
  • Title: Enacts the "Children and Recovering Mothers (CHARM) Act"
  • Purpose (as inferred from title): The act is intended to address issues affecting children and mothers who are in recovery, potentially focusing on maternal health, child well-being, and related health services. No specific provisions are included in the provided data, so the exact policy mechanisms are not detailed here.
  • Current Status: REFERRED TO HEALTH

Key Details

  • Introduced: March 4, 2025
  • Primary Sponsor: Latrice Walker
  • Classification: Bill
  • Version Content / Actions:
    • 2025-03-04: REFERRED TO HEALTH
    • 2025-03-04: REFERRED TO HEALTH
      (Note: The duplication appears in the provided actions; both indicate referral to the Health Committee.)

Legislative Actions and Process

  • The bill has been referred to the Health Committee, indicating it will undergo committee review, potential amendments, and hearings before any floor consideration.
  • Related/B companion bills:
    • A 7955 (prior-session)
    • A 4337 (prior-session)
    • A 317 (prior-session)
    • S 7513 (companion) — listed as a Senate counterpart

Who Is Affected

  • While specific provisions are not provided, the bill’s title suggests potential impact on:
    • Mothers in recovery (e.g., maternal health, postpartum support)
    • Children (well-being and health services associated with maternal recovery)
    • Healthcare providers and facilities (providers of maternity, pediatric, or recovery services)
    • State health agencies and program administrators responsible for maternal/child health initiatives

What to Look For (Provisions to Expect)

Given the lack of text, the following categories are commonly central to CHARM-type legislation and would be important to review once the bill text is available:
- Definitions (who qualifies as a “recovering mother” and related terms)
- Programs or services (e.g., maternal health services, neonatal support, developmental services for children)
- Funding and appropriations (source, amount, duration)
- Eligibility criteria and enrollment processes
- Oversight, reporting, and accountability measures
- Coordination with other state agencies (public health, social services, Medicaid/Medicare elements)
- Safeguards and protections for families

Next Steps and Timeline

  • Monitor for the full bill text to understand the specific provisions, funding levels, and implementation timeline.
  • Track committee hearings and potential amendments in the Health Committee.
  • Note related Senate companion S 7513 for alignment and potential passage dynamics; compare provisions once both bodies release text.

Summary

A 6368 introduces the CHARM Act, with Latrice Walker as the primary sponsor, and has been assigned to the Health Committee for review. The exact policy provisions are not included in the provided information. Related prior-session House bills and a Senate companion exist, signaling ongoing legislative interest in maternal and child health topics. A detailed summary of the CHARM Act’s substantive provisions will be possible once the bill text is released.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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