Constance C. McDaniel Medically Necessary Infant Formula and Donor Milk Act
Infant Formula and Donor Milk: Financial Help for Families
This bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process after being sent to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce for review. It is considered active, but no further meetings or votes have been scheduled at this time. There is no companion bill currently linked to this legislation.
Legislative Progress
This bill has support from both Democrats and Republicans, which makes it more likely to move forward. However, it is currently waiting for a review by a House committee.
Key Points
- This bill creates a three-year test program to help parents pay for infant formula or donor milk. It is designed for families who do not qualify for other food aid programs like WIC but still have medical needs that make feeding an infant difficult or expensive.
- Families could get help if a new mother cannot breastfeed due to medical conditions like cancer or mental health issues. It also covers situations where breastfeeding is not possible because of adoption, surrogacy, or the death of the mother.
- The program also helps babies who have specific medical problems like feeding tubes, severe allergies, or trouble latching. A doctor or nurse practitioner must confirm these medical needs for a family to receive the financial assistance.
- The government would provide the money through vouchers, direct payments to parents, or grants to local groups. The bill sets aside 15 million dollars each year from 2027 through 2031 to pay for the program.
- Health officials will keep track of how many families use the program and how much formula or milk is provided. They will send a report to Congress every year to see if the program is helping parents and infants in need.
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Milestones
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Introduced in House
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Constance C. McDaniel Medically Necessary Infant Formula and Donor Milk Act
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