Texas HB5531 amends the Family Code to ensure medical care provided by midwives is not considered neglect of a child.
Texas HB5531 modifies the Family Code by expanding the definition of "medical provider" to include midwives. This change aims to prevent medical care provided by midwives from being classified as neglect of a child. The bill takes effect on September 1, 2025.
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