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SB 721

Maternal Health Monitoring Pilot Program; established, report.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Jennifer Carroll Foy

Virginia establishes maternal health monitoring pilot program to improve outcomes and direct future policy through data collection and reporting.

Reported from Education and Health with substitute and rereferred to Finance and Appropriations (15-Y 0-N)
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Bill Summary · SB 721

Legislative bill overview

SB 721 establishes a pilot program in Virginia to monitor maternal health outcomes and develop evidence-based interventions. The bill requires reporting on program results and outcomes to inform future maternal health policy decisions.

Why is this important

Maternal health disparities, particularly for Black women and rural populations, represent a significant public health challenge. A data-driven pilot program can identify gaps in care, test targeted interventions, and provide a foundation for scaling successful approaches across the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Program costs and funding: The bill passed Health committee but moved to Finance, suggesting appropriations concerns about pilot startup and ongoing expenses
  • Scope and geographic focus: Questions about whether pilot targets high-risk populations or regions, and how results generalize statewide
  • Implementation timeline and metrics: Ambiguity about how quickly results will be measured, what success looks like, and whether data collection processes are feasible for participating healthcare providers

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

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