Public Health

Background

Access to affordable healthcare is essential for families across Missouri’s First District. Congressman Bell believes healthcare should be accessible, affordable, and responsive to community needs.

Public health challenges in St. Louis include chronic disease, maternal health disparities, environmental health risks, and healthcare affordability.

Congressman Bell’s Position

Congressman Bell supports:

• Expanding healthcare access
• Protecting Medicaid and Medicare
• Investing in public health research
• Addressing racial disparities in healthcare
• Supporting mental health services
• Expanding maternal health resources
• Strengthening disease prevention and community health programs

Legislative Actions

• Led bipartisan efforts recognizing Parkinson’s Awareness Month and advocating for increased research funding  
• Participates in the Congressional Black Maternal Health Caucus
• Opposed cuts to Medicaid and healthcare programs
• Advocated for public health investments and environmental cleanup efforts