SB274

Hawaii SB274 amends midwifery licensure laws to clarify scope of practice and ensure access to culturally informed care.

Hawaii SB274 amends midwifery licensure laws to clarify the scope of practice for certified midwives and certified professional midwives. The bill ensures access to culturally informed care by allowing all birth practitioners to practice legally. It also establishes a home birth task force to provide recommendations for improving public health and safety in relation to home births. The bill emphasizes the importance of protecting endangered indigenous traditions and self-determination, while ensuring that all care options remain legally accessible.