H3112

Maternal Mortality Study Committee

Introduced·1/14/25
Introduced Text

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.

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Medical, Military, Public and Municipal Affairs Committee
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History

Jan 14, 2025

House

Introduced and read first time

Jan 14, 2025

House

Referred to Committee on Medical, Military, Public and Municipal Affairs

Dec 5, 2024

House

Prefiled