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GA SR641
Resolution
Status
1/29/2026
Primary Sponsor
Nabilah Islam Parkes
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AI Summary
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Designates January 29, 2026, as Doula Day at the Georgia State Capitol
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Recognizes doulas' contributions to improving maternal and infant health outcomes, particularly for Black mothers, families with disabilities, and communities with limited maternity care access
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Acknowledges Georgia-based doulas and organizations like the Bellies to Babies Foundation have contributed to improved maternal care and reduced cesarean section rates since 2011
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Highlights doula support's role in addressing provider shortages, systemic bias, and rural maternity care gaps
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Directs the Secretary of the Senate to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and press
Legislative Description
Doula Day; recognize January 29, 2026
Last Action
Senate Read and Adopted
1/29/2026