What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is S 4186.
Perinatal Workforce Act: Expanding and Diversifying Maternal Health Care
This act aims to increase the number and diversity of healthcare professionals available to support pregnant and postpartum individuals. It provides funding for training and scholarships to ensure families have access to respectful and skilled maternity care, especially in underserved areas.
Key points
New grants to establish and expand training programs for midwives, physician assistants, and perinatal workers.
Scholarships for nursing students specializing in maternal and newborn health to reduce financial barriers to education.
Prioritization of funding for programs that recruit students from diverse backgrounds and those planning to work in shortage areas.
Mandatory training on implicit bias and racism for students in maternal health education programs.
Increased support for non-clinical roles like doulas, lactation consultants, and community health workers.
Status:
Introduced
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