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NJ A4944
Bill
Status
10/21/2024
Primary Sponsor
Shanique Speight
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AI Summary
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Establishes a public awareness campaign through the Department of Human Services to educate women and birthing persons about benefits of certified doula and licensed midwife services, using both print and electronic media
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Campaign must include information on person-centered prenatal, birthing, and postpartum care; culturally competent services; well-woman care across the lifespan; and improved maternal and infant health outcomes
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Requires DHS to provide information on its website about doula and midwife services, associated health benefits, and NJ FamilyCare coverage availability for these services
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Mandates DHS maintain an online directory of doulas and midwives who are approved NJ FamilyCare providers, including which managed care plans each participates in, updated at minimum annually
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Takes effect on the first day of the third month following enactment
Legislative Description
Requires DHS to conduct public awareness campaign on benefits of doula and midwife services, and educate women on NJ FamilyCare coverage of these services.
Combined with another Bill
Last Action
Combined with A4222 (ACS)
3/20/2025