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SB 1101

Relating to: postpartum home visits.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by LaTonya Johnson and 5 co-sponsors

Wisconsin bill requiring postpartum home visits to assess maternal and infant health following hospital discharge, aimed at reducing complications and mortality.

Failed to pass pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1
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Bill Summary · SB 1101

Legislative bill overview

SB 1101 establishes a requirement for postpartum home visits in Wisconsin, likely mandating health care visits to mothers and newborns after hospital discharge. The bill aims to improve maternal and infant health outcomes through in-home nursing or medical assessment during the critical postpartum period.

Why is this important

Postpartum complications and postpartum depression are leading causes of maternal mortality and morbidity. Home visits during the first weeks after birth can identify complications early, provide breastfeeding support, screen for maternal mental health issues, and reduce hospital readmissions for both mothers and newborns—particularly in underserved communities.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost and funding source: Establishing a new home visit program requires significant state or insurance funding; unclear whether costs fall on Medicaid, private insurers, or state budget
  • Implementation logistics: Questions about provider capacity, rural accessibility, whether visits are mandatory or optional, and how to serve areas with nursing shortages
  • Insurance coverage scope: Disputes over which populations qualify (Medicaid only vs. all births), visit frequency/duration standards, and whether private insurers or state must cover costs

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

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