The Protecting Motherhood Act would prohibit federal agencies from using the term "birthing person" (or similar variations) in official documents, regulations, guidance, forms, and communications. Instead, agencies would be required to use alternative terminology such as "female," "mother," "pregnant female," "pregnant woman," or "woman" when referring to people who are pregnant, giving birth, or parenting. The bill applies to all federal agencies as defined under federal administrative law and would take effect 30 days after enactment. No new funding or specific implementation timeline is outlined in the legislation beyond the 30-day effective date. The bill represents an effort by its sponsors to standardize language across the federal government regarding pregnancy and motherhood.
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