Massachusetts 194th General Court Status: Introduced

H5016 — An Act promoting and enhancing the sustainability of birth centers and the midwifery workforce

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    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed House
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    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

In plain language

The bill aims to support birth centers and the midwifery workforce.

This bill focuses on enhancing the sustainability of birth centers and supporting the midwifery workforce. It seeks to address the needs and challenges faced by these essential healthcare providers.

What this means for you
  • Healthcare: This means better resources and support for birth centers and midwives, which could improve maternity care quality.

Summary

An Act promoting and enhancing the sustainability of birth centers and the midwifery workforce

Bill Text

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Sponsors

  • Joint Committee on Financial Services · Primary

Sponsorship breakdown

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 203 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

  • Joint Committee on Financial Services

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (203)

203 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

What does H5016 do?
An Act promoting and enhancing the sustainability of birth centers and the midwifery workforce
Who sponsors H5016?
H5016 is sponsored by Joint Committee on Financial Services.
What is the current status of H5016?
This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
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