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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
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.
Print number: SRES 128
Sponsor: Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]
Process start date: 2025-03-14