Summary: H.R.3849 — 116th Congress (2019-2020)All Information (Except Text)

There is one summary for H.R.3849. Bill summaries are authored by CRS.

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Introduced in House (07/18/2019)

Midwives for Maximizing Optimal Maternity Services Act of 2019 or the Midwives for MOMS Act of 2019

This bill establishes programs for the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to award grants supporting midwifery programs at higher education institutions and nursing schools. Funds may be used to establish or expand programs and increase the number of training staff. The HRSA may prioritize funding institutions that focus on increasing the number of midwife professionals from underrepresented groups and that promote practicing in areas with limited access to professional health care.