Establishes the professional practice of community midwifery in New York.

New York S05542 establishes the professional practice of community midwifery, defining it as the management of normal pregnancies, childbirth, and postpartum care in home, birth center, or community settings, including newborn evaluation and resuscitation. It sets requirements for a professional license, including education, examination, age, character, and fees. The bill also establishes a state board of midwifery to oversee the practice and sets conditions for exempt persons.

Establishes the professional practice of community midwifery in New York.

New York S05542 establishes the professional practice of community midwifery, defining it as the management of normal pregnancies, childbirth, and postpartum care in home, birth center, or community settings, including newborn evaluation and resuscitation. It sets requirements for a professional license, including education, examination, age, character, and fees. The bill also establishes a state board of midwifery to oversee the practice and sets conditions for exempt persons.