Senate Bill 1697
117th Congress(2021-2022)
Midwives for MOMS Act of 2021
Introduced
Introduced in Senate on May 19, 2021
Origin Chamber
Senate
Type
Bill
Bill
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Bill Number
1697
Congress
117
Policy Area
Health
Health
Primary focus of measure is science or practice of the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease; health services administration and funding, including such programs as Medicare and Medicaid; health personnel and medical education; drug use and safety; health care coverage and insurance; health facilities. Measures concerning controlled substances and drug trafficking may fall under Crime and Law Enforcement policy area.
No Senate votes have been held for this 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 promote practicing in areas with limited access to professional health care.
May 19, 2021
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05/19/2021
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
05/19/2021
Introduced in Senate
Public Record
Record Updated
Jan 11, 2023 1:50:10 PM