S.2729

Creates Midwifery Licensing Act; modifies regulation of midwifery.

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey S2729 creates the Midwifery Licensing Act, establishing a State Board of Midwifery to regulate midwifery practices.

New Jersey S2729 creates the Midwifery Licensing Act, which establishes a State Board of Midwifery to regulate midwifery practices. The bill creates a board of 11 members, seven of whom are midwives, to oversee the licensure of certified midwives, certified nurse midwives, and certified professional midwives. The board will establish qualifications for licensure, recognize accrediting entities for midwifery education programs, and issue and renew licenses for midwives.

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Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee
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History

Jan 13

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee