IN SB0342

Establishes the midwifery board to regulate certified direct entry midwives (CDEMs), consisting of 7 members including 3 CDEMs, 2 physicians, 1 certified nurse midwife, and 1 public representative

Requires CDEMs to be at least 21 years old, complete approved midwifery education curriculum, obtain Certified Professional Midwife credential from the North American Registry of Midwives, and observe/assist/attend 60 total births before licensure

Authorizes CDEMs to administer specific substances including vitamin K, postpartum antihemorrhagic drugs in emergencies, local anesthetics for postpartum repair, oxygen, Rhogam, prophylactic eye agents, and Group B Strep antibiotics

Limits CDEM practice to non-hospital settings and requires informed consent forms disclosing training, emergency backup plans, physician collaboration efforts, and a statement that clients waive the right to sue physicians for CDEM acts or omissions

Establishes penalties for practicing midwifery without a license: Class A misdemeanor for first violation, Class D felony for subsequent violations; existing Certified Professional Midwives credentialed by July 1, 2012 are exempt from new education requirements