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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.

USA119th CongressSRES-128| Senate 
| Updated: 3/14/2025
Cory A. Booker

Cory A. Booker

Democratic Senator

New Jersey

Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This resolution designates March 14, 2025, as "Black Midwives Day" to acknowledge the invaluable and longstanding contributions of Black midwives to maternal and infant health in the United States. It highlights the critical role of midwifery in improving maternal health outcomes, especially given the nation's high maternal mortality rates and widespread maternity care deserts. The resolution emphasizes that increasing the number of Black midwives is crucial for addressing significant health disparities and providing culturally competent care, which builds trust and enhances maternal satisfaction. To advance these goals, the Senate encourages federal, state, and local governments to take proactive measures, including diversifying the perinatal workforce and increasing access to culturally congruent maternal health care. It calls for increased funding for education, training, and mentorship programs for Black midwives, alongside removing barriers to their practice and accreditation. Furthermore, the resolution promotes authorizing autonomous practice for all midwives, ensuring TRICARE and Medicaid coverage for their services, and actively working to destigmatize and decriminalize midwifery pathways in various settings, including homes and birth centers.
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Mar 14, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Mar 14, 2025
Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S1781-1782)
  • March 14, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • March 14, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S1781-1782)

Health

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.

USA119th CongressSRES-128| Senate 
| Updated: 3/14/2025
This resolution designates March 14, 2025, as "Black Midwives Day" to acknowledge the invaluable and longstanding contributions of Black midwives to maternal and infant health in the United States. It highlights the critical role of midwifery in improving maternal health outcomes, especially given the nation's high maternal mortality rates and widespread maternity care deserts. The resolution emphasizes that increasing the number of Black midwives is crucial for addressing significant health disparities and providing culturally competent care, which builds trust and enhances maternal satisfaction. To advance these goals, the Senate encourages federal, state, and local governments to take proactive measures, including diversifying the perinatal workforce and increasing access to culturally congruent maternal health care. It calls for increased funding for education, training, and mentorship programs for Black midwives, alongside removing barriers to their practice and accreditation. Furthermore, the resolution promotes authorizing autonomous practice for all midwives, ensuring TRICARE and Medicaid coverage for their services, and actively working to destigmatize and decriminalize midwifery pathways in various settings, including homes and birth centers.
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Timeline
Mar 14, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Mar 14, 2025
Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S1781-1782)
  • March 14, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • March 14, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S1781-1782)
Cory A. Booker

Cory A. Booker

Democratic Senator

New Jersey

Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee

Health

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted