“For too long, stillbirth has been a silent crisis, but 23,500 babies are stillborn every year. According to a recent study, nearly 1 in 4 stillbirths are potentially preventable, and the United States is trailing other countries in making progress,” said Congresswoman Alma Adams, “That is why I am proud to introduce the bipartisan and bicameral Maternal and Child Health Stillbirth Prevention Act of 2022 with Senators Merkley and Cassidy, as well as Representative Hinson. All available data suggests we can make progress, so our bill helps reverse this shocking trend of stillbirths and maternal mortality in the United States. The Maternal and Child Health Stillbirth Prevention Act will address this injustice so more babies experience a healthy birth and make it home with their families. These babies – and their mamas – can’t wait.”

“Every child in the womb is a life deserving of a future," said Dr. Cassidy. "Increasing access to stillbirth prevention saves the lives of babies and mothers.”

“Stillbirth upends the lives of individuals and families from all demographics across the United States—increasing the risk of maternal mortality and morbidity, and negatively impacting parental mental health and family well-being,” said Senator Jeff Merkley. “Nearly 1 in 4 stillbirths are potentially preventable, and it is disturbing that the rate of stillbirth is considerably higher in Black, American Indian, and Alaska Native women. With the tremendous advances we’ve made in modern medicine, we should be doing everything we can to prevent Americans—regardless of zip code, income, or the color of their skin—from experiencing stillbirth. Yet recent reports and data clearly show that we are not living up to that promise in our nation, especially for those in marginalized communities. I look forward to working with Congresswoman Adams to advance this bill and make an urgent step forward for maternal and child health in America.”