Recognizing the longstanding and invaluable contributions of Black midwives to maternal and infant health in the United States.
United States118th CongressHRES-1083House of Representatives
Updated: Mar 22, 2024
Summary
This resolution supports and recognizes the contributions of Black midwives to maternal and infant health in the United States. The resolution encourages federal, state, and local governments to address racial disparities in maternal health outcomes by supporting initiatives aimed at diversifying the perinatal workforce. The resolution also promotes TRICARE and Medicaid coverage of maternity care provided by midwives of all training pathways in the setting of choice of the birthing person.
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Timeline
Submitted in House
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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Introduced in House
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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