HB4747

Creating the Certified Professional Midwife Licensing and Regulation Act

Introduced·1/22/26
Intr Text

Establishes the Certified Professional Midwife Licensing and Regulation Act in West Virginia.

The bill creates the Certified Professional Midwife Licensing and Regulation Act in West Virginia. It outlines the requirements for obtaining and maintaining a license to practice as a midwife, including education, certification, and application fees. Licensed midwives must adhere to specific responsibilities, such as risk assessment, collaboration with obstetrical providers, and maintaining client records. The bill also details the process for license renewal, reinstatement, and the grounds for denial, revocation, or suspension of a license.

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Government Organization Committee
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History

Jan 22

House

Filed for introduction

Jan 22

House

To Government Organization

Jan 22

House

Introduced in House