Bill
S 5542
Overview: S 5542, Relates to establishing the professional practice of certified midwifery, REFERRED TO HIGHER EDUCATION, February 24, 2025Purpose and Intent: The primary purpose o
Overview: S 5542, Relates to establishing the professional practice of certified midwifery, REFERRED TO HIGHER EDUCATION, February 24, 2025
Purpose and Intent: The primary purpose of this bill is to establish the professional practice of certified midwifery in the state. This is intended to provide a legal framework for the recognition and regulation of midwifery as a healthcare profession, which may improve access to midwifery services and potentially lead to better maternal and infant health outcomes.
Key Provisions:
- Defines the scope of practice for certified midwives, including the provision of prenatal, intrapartum, and postpartum care
- Establishes educational and certification requirements for individuals to practice as certified midwives
- Requires the state's higher education department to develop and implement a certification program for midwives
- Provides for the regulation and oversight of certified midwives by a newly created midwifery board
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Certified midwives will be able to practice their profession legally and with state recognition
- Pregnant individuals and their families may have increased access to midwifery services as a result of this legislation
- The state's higher education and healthcare regulatory systems will be responsible for implementing the new certification and oversight framework
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
- The bill has been referred to the Higher Education committee, indicating that it is still in the early stages of the legislative process
- The timeline for further action and potential passage of the bill is unclear at this stage
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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