Florida H1043 establishes a Doula Workforce Development Support Program to improve maternal health outcomes.

Florida H1043 creates the Doula Workforce Development Support Program within the Department of Commerce. The program aims to expand the state's doula workforce, particularly in underserved communities, by funding and strengthening existing doula training programs. The legislation identifies high-need regions with elevated maternal morbidity rates and limited maternity care providers. Grant funds can be used for training, mentoring, recruitment, business development, and stipends for newly trained doulas.

Florida H1043 establishes a Doula Workforce Development Support Program to improve maternal health outcomes.

Florida H1043 creates the Doula Workforce Development Support Program within the Department of Commerce. The program aims to expand the state's doula workforce, particularly in underserved communities, by funding and strengthening existing doula training programs. The legislation identifies high-need regions with elevated maternal morbidity rates and limited maternity care providers. Grant funds can be used for training, mentoring, recruitment, business development, and stipends for newly trained doulas.