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Recognizing Black Midwives Day: Supporting Maternal and Infant Health

The U.S. Senate recognizes March 14, 2025, as “Black Midwives Day,” highlighting their vital contributions to improving maternal and infant health. This resolution aims to increase access to midwifery care, especially for Black communities, and address health disparities. Citizens can expect greater support for midwives and initiatives for better perinatal care.
Key points
Establishing “Black Midwives Day” aims to raise awareness of their role and challenges in healthcare.
Supporting midwives is intended to help reduce high maternal and infant mortality rates, particularly among Black women.
Federal and state governments are encouraged to remove legal and financial barriers for midwives, increasing access to care.
Promoting diversity in medical professions and ensuring culturally sensitive care is expected to improve health outcomes.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_SRES_128
Sponsor: Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]
Process start date: 2025-03-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution recognizing March 14, 2025, as "Black Midwives Day" and the longstanding and invaluable contributions of Black midwives to maternal and infant health in the United States.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_SRES_128.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-03-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishing “Black Midwives Day” aims to raise awareness of their role and challenges in healthcare.
  • Supporting midwives is intended to help reduce high maternal and infant mortality rates, particularly among Black women.
  • Federal and state governments are encouraged to remove legal and financial barriers for midwives, increasing access to care.
  • Promoting diversity in medical professions and ensuring culturally sensitive care is expected to improve health outcomes.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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 Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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