S. 4225 · Where this bill is now
In committee
Introduced in the Senate, Mar 26, 2026
What this bill does
In plain words · AI-written from the official summaryVA adds doula services for pregnant veterans
The Department of Veterans Affairs would set up a five-year pilot program offering doula services to pregnant veterans enrolled in VA health care. Doulas are trained professionals who provide support and guidance during pregnancy and birth. The program would measure how doula support affects birth outcomes and mental health for these veterans.
How it affects you
Pregnant veterans enrolled in VA health care would have access to doula services during this pilot program, potentially improving their birth and mental health experiences. If you're not a veteran or not enrolled in VA health care, this change doesn't directly affect you.
Read the official summary (Introduced in Senate, Mar 26, 2026)
Delivering Optimally Urgent Labor Access for Veterans Affairs Act of 2026 or the DOULA for VA Act of 2026
This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to establish a five-year pilot program to furnish doula services to pregnant veterans who are enrolled in the VA health care system. The program must furnish doula services through eligible entities by expanding the VA's Whole Health model to measure the impact that doula support services have on birth and mental health outcomes of pregnant veterans. The Whole Health model is a holistic approach that looks at the many areas of life that may affect health in order to make a health plan suited for each individual based on his or her health goals.
Written by AI (Claude) using only the official summary by the Congressional Research Service, the Library of Congress’s nonpartisan research staff. It can miss nuance, so check the official summary and the bill text for details.
2nd SessionS. 4225
A BILL
DOULA for VA Act of 2026
Sponsor: Sen. Cory A. Booker (D-NJ) · Introduced Mar 26, 2026 · Armed Forces and National Security · 1 version of the text
Sources: Congress.gov actions and votes · bill text from GovInfo · latest official action Mar 26, 2026: “Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.”