HB1190: Infant mortality; requires certain measures designed to lower.

Chief Patron

Del. Brian Moran (D-46)

Brian Moran (D-46)
Alexandria, VA
Served: 1996–

Progress

	Introduced
	Passed Committee
	Passed House
	Passed Senate
	Signed by Governor
	Became Law

Status

02/12/2008: Failed to Pass in Committee

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Summary

Infant Mortality Prevention Act.  Requires certain measures designed to lower the infant mortality rate in the Commonwealth, including: (i) expanding FAMIS eligibility for pregnant women with an income level up to 200 percent of the federal poverty level and providing coverage for one year postpartum; (ii) prohibiting the state from charging copayments for prenatal services for state employees; (iii) designating a senior employee of the Department of Health as coordinator for the state's home visitation programs designed to limit infant mortality; (iv) giving the Department of Social Services responsibility for coordinating efforts among faith-based organizations working to reduce infant mortality; and (v) requiring the Commissioner of Health to launch a public education campaign aimed at preventing Sudden Infant Death Syndrome.