A bill for an act creating the compassion and care for medically challenging pregnancies Act.

HF 589, the "Compassion and Care for Medically Challenging Pregnancies Act," requires healthcare providers in Iowa who diagnose a lethal fetal anomaly (a condition likely causing a baby's death within three months after birth) to inform pregnant women about perinatal hospice services. It mandates the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to create and post online a geographically organized list of these services in both English and Spanish, including descriptions and contact details. The bill directly affects pregnant women facing such diagnoses who choose to continue their pregnancy, providing them access to support services like counseling, medical care, and family assistance. Key provisions include requiring in-person provider discussions about hospice options and HHS’s responsibility to maintain an accessible, multilingual resource. The bill was withdrawn in March 2025 after committee approval.