Missouri state Sen. Elaine Gannon speaks to reporters Friday, May 5, 2023, at her Capitol office in Jefferson City, Mo. In front of her are notes about a bill passed by the Legislature that would extend Medicaid coverage for lower-income mothers for a full year after they give birth. (AP Photo/David A. Lieb)
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — Lower-income new mothers could gain a full year of Medicaid health-care coverage in Missouri under legislation given final approval Friday as part of a national push to improve maternal health.
