Establishes the "Targeted Midwifery Workforce Development Act" to improve maternal health outcomes for Black women and infants in New Jersey.
The "Targeted Midwifery Workforce Development Act" aims to address maternal health disparities and workforce shortages in New Jersey. The act establishes a program within the Department of Labor and Workforce Development to increase the number of midwives in underserved communities, particularly those from historically marginalized groups. Key provisions include financial support for midwifery education and training, subsidies for midwives practicing in underserved areas, and grants to community-led birthing hubs and wellness centers.
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