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S.1697: Midwives for MOMS Act of 2021
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 117th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced May 19, 2021
- Latest Major Action May 19, 2021
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
6 (4 Democrats, 2 Republicans)
Bill Version
- Introduced in Senate - May 19, 2021
Bill Summary
Midwives for Maximizing Optimal Maternity Services Act of 2021 or the Midwives for MOMS Act of 2021 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. HRSA may prioritize funding for institutions that focus on increasing the number of midwife professionals from underrepresented groups and that...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| May 19, 2021 |
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
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| May 19, 2021 |
Introduced in the Senate by Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) |