House Bill 1083 - Recognizing the longstanding and invaluable contributions of Black midwives to maternal and infant health in the United States.
Purpose and Summary
Chamber: House
Introduced date: 2024-03-15
Recent Activity
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Alternative Names
Recognizing the longstanding and invaluable contributions of Black midwives to maternal and infant health in the United States.
Recognizing the longstanding and invaluable contributions of Black midwives to maternal and infant health in the United States.
Associated Legislation
A resolution recognizing March 14, 2024, as "Black Midwives Day".
Policy Areas
Health
Potential Impact
Sponsors and Supporters
Rep. Moore, Gwen [D-WI-4]
Cosponsors and Supporters
Rep. Adams, Alma S. [D-NC-12]
Rep. Watson Coleman, Bonnie [D-NJ-12]
Rep. Davis, Danny K. [D-IL-7]
Rep. McBath, Lucy [D-GA-7]
Committees and Subcommittees
Armed Services Committee
Energy and Commerce Committee
Variations and Revisions