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H.R. 6945 119th Congress House

Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Act

Official title: To amend part A of title IV of the Social Security Act to clarify the authority of States to use funds for pregnancy centers, and for other purposes.

Introduced: January 6, 2026 Introduced by: Michelle Fischbach Republican · Minnesota See on congress.gov
Families Family planning and birth controlFamily servicesHealth programs administration and fundingPoverty and welfare assistance
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 Everywhere this bill has been 17 steps
Introduced
In committee
Reported out
Passed House
Passed Senate
To President
Became law
Jan 26, 2026
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Jan 21, 2026
On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 215 - 209 (Roll no. 37). (text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR H1139)
Jan 21, 2026
On motion to recommit Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 209 - 213 (Roll no. 36).
Jan 21, 2026
The previous question on the motion to recommit was ordered pursuant to clause 2(b) of rule XIX.
Jan 21, 2026
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H1155-1156)
Jan 21, 2026
POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H.R. 6945, the Chair put the question on motion to recommit and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Ms. Moore (WI) demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.
Jan 21, 2026
Ms. Moore (WI) moved to recommit to the Committee on Ways and Means. (text: CR H1147)
Jan 21, 2026
The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
Jan 21, 2026
DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 6945.
Jan 21, 2026
Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 6945, H.R. 6359 and H.J. Res. 140. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 6945, H.R. 6359, and H.J. Res. 140 under a closed rule with one hour of general debate and one motion to recommit on each measure.
Jan 21, 2026
Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1009. (consideration: CR H1139-1147)
Jan 21, 2026
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Jan 20, 2026
Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 1009 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 6945, H.R. 6359 and H.J. Res. 140. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 6945, H.R. 6359, and H.J. Res. 140 under a closed rule with one hour of general debate and one motion to recommit on each measure.
Jan 14, 2026
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Jan 14, 2026
Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by the Yeas and Nays: 25 - 18.
Jan 6, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Jan 6, 2026
Introduced in House
 Votes taken on this bill 2
DateChamberWhat was voted onResultYes–No
Jan 21, 2026 House · vote #37 On Passage Passed 215–209 See who voted →
Jan 21, 2026 House · vote #36 On Motion to Recommit Failed 209–213 See who voted →
 Amendments to this bill 1

Amendments propose changes to this bill. Members vote on amendments separately before the final bill vote. An agreed amendment becomes part of the bill; a failed amendment does not.

1 agreed to

AmendmentSponsorPurposeStatusLatest action
HAMDT 153 – Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 1009, the amendment in the nature of a substitute consisting of the text… Agreed to Jan 21, 2026
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Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.

 Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Act

This bill provides statutory authority for states to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) funds for pregnancy centers that (1) support protecting the life of the mother and the unborn child; and (2) offer resources and services to mothers, fathers, and families, including relationship counseling, prenatal and pregnancy education, pregnancy testing, diapers, baby clothes, and material supports.

 Hearings & markups 1
 Related & companion bills 2
  • S 4242 Identical bill Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Act
  • HRES 1009 Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6945) to amend part A of title IV of the Social Security Act to clarify t…
 Bill text 3 versions

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 Committees of jurisdiction 2
 Lobbying activity 26

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 Cosponsors 15
All 15 Republican 15
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Cammack, Kat
Florida · Jan 21, 2026
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Barrett, Tom
Michigan · Jan 20, 2026
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Fulcher, Russ
Idaho · Jan 20, 2026
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Guest, Michael
Mississippi · Jan 20, 2026
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McGuire, John J.
Virginia · Jan 20, 2026
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Moore, Barry
Alabama · Jan 20, 2026
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Shreve, Jefferson
Indiana · Jan 20, 2026
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Cloud, Michael
Texas · Jan 16, 2026
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Biggs, Sheri
South Carolina · Jan 14, 2026
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Harris, Andy
Maryland · Jan 13, 2026
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Moore, Blake D.
Utah · Jan 12, 2026
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Yakym, Rudy
Indiana · Jan 12, 2026
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Steube, W. Gregory
Florida · Jan 7, 2026
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Smith, Christopher H.
New Jersey · Jan 6, 2026
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Tenney, Claudia
New York · Jan 6, 2026
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U.S. Congress. (2026). H.R. 6945: Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Act. 119th Congress. Open America. https://openamerica.io/bill/119-HR-6945/
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