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substantiveJan 21, 2026 · House roll call · passage · Result: Passed

On Passage — H R 6945 — Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Act

Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Act

In plain language

  • House bill in the 119th Congress.
  • Provides statutory authority for states to use Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) funds for pregnancy centers.
  • House passed it on Jan 21, 2026 (substantive).
Official 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.

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Roll-call breakdown

Yea215

Democrat: 1 · Independent: 1 · Republican: 213

Nay209

Democrat: 209

Present0

Not Voting7

Democrat: 3 · Republican: 4

How each member voted (431)

Yea (215)

Nay (209)

Not Voting (7)

Party labels reflect each member’s most recent affiliation on record.