118th Congress · HOUSE BILLBILL

H.R. 3768Midwives for Maximizing Optimal Maternity Services Act of 2023

To address maternity care shortages and promote optimal maternity outcomes by expanding educational opportunities for midwives, and for other purposes.

Health
Introduced May 31, 2023
Last action Jun 2, 2023
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Referred
Jun 2, 2023
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SummaryCRS Summary

This bill establishes grants within the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) for establishing or expanding midwifery programs at institutions of higher education and nursing schools. In awarding grants, HRSA must give special consideration to institutions that focus on increasing the number of midwife professionals from underrepresented groups and promote practicing in areas with limited access to professional health care.

Provisions · 3 sectionsIntroduced in House
Timeline · 3 actions
Jun 2, 2023
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
May 31, 2023
Introduced in House
May 31, 2023
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.