Resolve, Increasing Access To Maternal And Child Health Care

This bill directs Maine's Department of Health and Human Services to study barriers preventing all pregnant or parenting individuals and families from being referred to the state's maternal and child health home visiting program, "CradleME." The department must develop recommendations for removing these barriers and increasing referrals, seeking input from stakeholders. It requires a final report - including suggested legislation - to the Health and Human Services committee by December 3, 2025. The committee may then propose new laws based on the findings for consideration in the next legislative session. The resolve does not change current law but initiates a study to improve access.