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GA SR641

Resolution

Status

Passed

1/29/2026

Primary Sponsor

Nabilah Islam Parkes

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates January 29, 2026, as Doula Day at the Georgia State Capitol

  • Recognizes doulas' contributions to improving maternal and infant health outcomes, particularly for Black mothers, families with disabilities, and communities with limited maternity care access

  • 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

  • Highlights doula support's role in addressing provider shortages, systemic bias, and rural maternity care gaps

  • 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

Full Bill Text

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