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US S1994
US S1994A bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to provide for the availability of breastfeeding support, supplies, and counseling under the TRICARE program.
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Introduced
02/04/2014
02/04/2014
In Committee
02/04/2014
02/04/2014
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2015
01/03/2015
Introduced Session
113th Congress
Bill Summary
A bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to provide for the availability of breastfeeding support, supplies, and counseling under the TRICARE program.
AI Summary
This bill, known as the TRICARE Moms Improvement Act of 2014, amends Title 10 of the United States Code to ensure that TRICARE, the health care program for uniformed service members, retirees, and their families, provides comprehensive breastfeeding support. Specifically, it mandates that TRICARE will cover breastfeeding support services, necessary supplies such as breast pumps and related equipment, and counseling for beneficiaries during pregnancy and the postpartum period, recognizing the importance of this support for maternal and infant health.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (on 02/04/2014)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/113th-congress/senate-bill/1994/all-info |
| BillText | http://gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/BILLS-113s1994is/pdf/BILLS-113s1994is.pdf |
| Bill | http://gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/BILLS-113s1994is/pdf/BILLS-113s1994is.pdf.pdf |
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