S-1697 : Still Just a Bill

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.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2021-05-19IntroReferralRead twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.Senate
2021-05-19IntroReferralIntroduced in SenateLibrary of Congress

Policy Area :

Health
See Subjects
  • Education of the disadvantaged
  • Education programs funding
  • Health care coverage and access
  • Health personnel
  • Health programs administration and funding
  • Higher education
  • Medical education
  • Minority education
  • Minority employment
  • Nursing
  • Sex and reproductive health
  • Women's health

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