March of Dimes Honors Bipartisan Lawmakers for Maternal Health Advocacy

Event summary

  • March of Dimes honored four bipartisan lawmakers—Senators Cory Booker (D-NJ) and Katie Britt (R-AL), and Representatives Buddy Carter (R-GA) and Diana DeGette (D-CO)—at its March for Change Congressional Reception on March 25, 2026.
  • The 5th Annual March for Change included advocacy efforts in 15 states and representatives from 28 states meeting with Members of Congress in Washington, D.C.
  • Key legislation advanced by the honored lawmakers includes the PREEMIE Reauthorization Act, Preventing Maternal Deaths Act, and the Bottles and Breastfeeding Equipment Screening (BABES) Enhancement Act.
  • March of Dimes aims to improve maternal and infant health through increased access to quality healthcare, supporting healthy women and babies, and improving research and surveillance.

The big picture

March of Dimes' recognition of bipartisan lawmakers underscores the critical need for policy initiatives to address the U.S.'s high maternal mortality rates, particularly among families of color. The organization's advocacy efforts aim to bridge partisan divides and push for legislative changes that improve healthcare access and research for maternal and infant health. The involvement of 28 states in the March for Change highlights the growing national awareness and urgency around these issues.

What we're watching

Legislative Impact
How the passage of key legislation like the PREEMIE Reauthorization Act and Preventing Maternal Deaths Act will affect maternal and infant health outcomes.
Bipartisan Collaboration
Whether the bipartisan efforts recognized by March of Dimes can sustain momentum in an increasingly polarized political environment.
Advocacy Scale
The pace at which March of Dimes can expand its advocacy efforts beyond the current 15 states to achieve nationwide impact.