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GOP's Hinson Introduces Bill to Support Pregnant Women

12/12/2025

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Rep. Ashley Hinson (R-Iowa) introduced the Supporting Healthy Pregnancy Act, requiring biological fathers to cover at least 50% of pregnancy-related medical costs.
The bill seeks to reinforce pro-family values amid criticisms that the GOP neglects support for women who keep their babies.
Hinson proposed measures to inform pregnant college students of their rights and resources.
She co-sponsored a bipartisan bill to expand midwifery access in underserved areas.

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Rep. Ashley Hinson (R-Iowa) introduced the Supporting Healthy Pregnancy Act, requiring biological fathers to cover at least 50% of pregnancy-related medical costs.
The bill seeks to reinforce pro-family values amid criticisms that the GOP neglects support for women who keep their babies.
Hinson proposed measures to inform pregnant college students of their rights and resources.
She co-sponsored a bipartisan bill to expand midwifery access in underserved areas.