ICYMI: Rescuing Children by Caring for Moms: Why the MOMS Act Secures America’s Future

“Passing the MOMS Act is more than a legislative act – it is a moral imperative.”

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Washington Stand recently published a piece by Clare Ath, the senior policy analyst at Human Coalition, in which she highlights the significance of the More Opportunities for Moms to Succeed (MOMS) Act, a piece of legislation introduced by U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.).

In the column, Ath outlines the multitude of challenges facing American mothers today, from financial barriers, to gaps in maternal health care, to a lack of comprehensive support. Ath writes that the MOMS Act responds to this reality with “practical, life-affirming solutions,” so mothers and children nationwide have the opportunity to thrive.  

Select excerpts from the column are below. The full piece is available here.

“America stands at a crossroads. Our nation faces rising abortion rates, widening gaps in maternal health care, and mounting economic pressures that threaten the well-being of families across the nation. Without bold action, these trends will erode women’s health, destabilize families, and undermine the prosperity of future generations.”

“The More Opportunities for Moms to Succeed (MOMS) Act, introduced this week by Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.), offers a compassionate, life-affirming solution to these challenges, empowering mothers and their children to thrive . . .”

“While we are making progress, millions of women who want to embrace life for their children still face daunting barriers. … maternal mortality rates remain stubbornly high, especially among black mothers, who are three to four times more likely to die from pregnancy-related complications than their white peers. Health care deserts stretch across nearly 40% of American counties, leaving countless mothers without vital prenatal and postpartum care . . . ”

“The MOMS Act should be a bill that transcends the traditional pro-life, pro-abortion dichotomy, uniting Americans in a shared commitment to mothers and their children. That’s why abortion advocates who oppose this bill expose a glaring hypocrisy: they claim to champion women’s rights and health care equity but dismiss and vilify initiatives when they’re deemed to be pro-life measures.”

“Passing the MOMS Act is more than a legislative act — it is a moral imperative. It is an investment in the next generation, an affirmation that every life is valuable, and a statement that America’s future is worth fighting for . . .”

“ . . . The MOMS Act answers that call, boldly and compassionately. It envisions an America where every child is welcomed, every mother is supported, and every family has the opportunity to flourish.”

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