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S2871Introduced in the Senate

Requires EOHHS to provide self-measured blood pressure monitoring for eligible pregnant and postpartum individuals, covering home monitors, training, data transmission, and co-interventions, with state funds if federal aid is unavailable.

EngrossedHouse Finance

Introduced by Melissa Murray, District 24

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STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- HEALTH CARE FOR CHILDREN AND PREGNANT WOMEN - Requires EOHHS to provide self-measured blood pressure monitoring for eligible pregnant and postpartum individuals, covering home monitors, training, data transmission, and co-interventions, with state funds if federal aid is unavailable.

Where it stands

Referred to House Finance

March 25, 2026

How did lawmakers vote?

SenateStage: Passage · March 24, 2026

36

Yes

0

No

2

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Bill history

  1. Introduced, referred to Senate Health and Human Services

  2. Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/10/2026)

  3. Committee recommends passage

  4. Placed on Senate Calendar (03/24/2026)

  5. Senate read and passed

  6. Referred to House Finance

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