The Dads Matter Act of 2025 requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services to launch a public awareness campaign within two years promoting father involvement during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. The bill is based on research findings that paternal engagement improves maternal and infant health outcomes, including reducing maternal mortality, increasing prenatal care attendance, supporting breastfeeding success, and promoting infant development. The legislation also directs HHS to issue guidance to states within one year on how healthcare providers can train practitioners and encourage father participation through peer support, education about the birth process, and screening for paternal depression. Finally, the bill requires the Government Accountability Office to study the campaign's effectiveness and report back to Congress within six years. The bill affects pregnant individuals, new parents, healthcare providers, and health systems, with implementation beginning immediately upon enactment.
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