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GA HR1142

Resolution

Status

Passed

1/28/2026

Primary Sponsor

Park Cannon

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Recognizes January 29, 2026, as Doula Day at the Georgia state capitol
  • Defines doulas as non-clinical support persons who provide care to improve perinatal health outcomes for laboring, birthing, and postpartum individuals, as well as loss support
  • Acknowledges that doula support can decrease cesarean section likelihood, shorten labor times, and improve birthing experiences
  • Names over 20 individual doulas and approximately 17 doula agencies and services providing support to Georgia families
  • Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and press

Legislative Description

Doula Day at the state capitol; January 29, 2026; recognize

Last Action

House Read and Adopted

1/28/2026

Full Bill Text

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