Establishes a study committee to examine maternal mortality rates among non-Hispanic Black women in South Carolina.

The bill creates a study committee to examine maternal mortality rates among non-Hispanic Black women in South Carolina and how these rates vary from those experienced by other women. The committee will also explore maternal mortality data associated with perinatal care. The committee will consist of thirteen members, including healthcare providers, mental health professionals, and public health experts. The committee will provide a report to the General Assembly by January 1, 2026, with findings and recommendations to decrease maternal mortality rates and disparities.

Establishes a study committee to examine maternal mortality rates among non-Hispanic Black women in South Carolina.

The bill creates a study committee to examine maternal mortality rates among non-Hispanic Black women in South Carolina and how these rates vary from those experienced by other women. The committee will also explore maternal mortality data associated with perinatal care. The committee will consist of thirteen members, including healthcare providers, mental health professionals, and public health experts. The committee will provide a report to the General Assembly by January 1, 2026, with findings and recommendations to decrease maternal mortality rates and disparities.