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Recognizing Midwives' Role in Women's and Family Healthcare

This House Resolution highlights the vital role of certified nurse-midwives and certified midwives in providing high-quality, cost-effective healthcare. Their work improves maternal and newborn health outcomes, especially in rural and underserved areas. Citizens can expect enhanced access to comprehensive healthcare, from family planning to postpartum care.
Key points
Midwives provide a wide range of healthcare services, including primary care, gynecologic, preconception, pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care.
Midwifery-led care reduces maternal and neonatal mortality and improves overall health outcomes.
Midwives are crucial for delivering healthcare services in rural and underserved communities.
The resolution encourages familiarity with midwife credentials and their contributions to the healthcare system.
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Print number: 117_HRES_1419
Sponsor: Rep. Roybal-Allard, Lucille [D-CA-40]
Process start date: 2022-09-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Recognizing the roles and the contributions of United States certified nurse-midwives and certified midwives in providing high-quality, evidence-based, and cost-effective health care services to women and childbearing families.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HRES_1419.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-09-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Midwives provide a wide range of healthcare services, including primary care, gynecologic, preconception, pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care.
  • Midwifery-led care reduces maternal and neonatal mortality and improves overall health outcomes.
  • Midwives are crucial for delivering healthcare services in rural and underserved communities.
  • The resolution encourages familiarity with midwife credentials and their contributions to the healthcare system.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Roybal-Allard, Lucille [D-CA-40].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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