Expands coverage for pregnant and postpartum individuals and their children, establishes a health expense account program for pregnant and postpartum.

This bill amends the social services law to extend Medicaid coverage for pregnant and postpartum individuals and their children for two years after the end of pregnancy, regardless of changes in family income. It also mandates the creation of a health expense account program for pregnant and postpartum individuals, allowing reimbursement for certain out-of-pocket pregnancy-related costs up to $1,250. Additionally, the bill requires the development of informative pamphlets on maternal depression for maternal health care providers, covering signs, symptoms, and support resources.

Expands coverage for pregnant and postpartum individuals and their children, establishes a health expense account program for pregnant and postpartum.

This bill amends the social services law to extend Medicaid coverage for pregnant and postpartum individuals and their children for two years after the end of pregnancy, regardless of changes in family income. It also mandates the creation of a health expense account program for pregnant and postpartum individuals, allowing reimbursement for certain out-of-pocket pregnancy-related costs up to $1,250. Additionally, the bill requires the development of informative pamphlets on maternal depression for maternal health care providers, covering signs, symptoms, and support resources.