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PA HR149

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

4/9/2025

Primary Sponsor

Gina Curry

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates April 11, 2025, as "Black Doula Day" in Pennsylvania to recognize Black doulas' contributions to maternal and infant health

  • Coincides with International Day for Maternal Health and Rights and the first day of Black Maternal Health Week

  • Acknowledges that Black doulas help reduce C-section rates, postpartum blues, epidural requests, and length of labor

  • Recognizes doulas' role in increasing breastfeeding initiation, maternal birth satisfaction, and new parents' confidence in newborn care

Legislative Description

Recognizing April 11, 2025, as "Black Doula Day" in Pennsylvania.

Last Action

Adopted (163-40)

4/9/2025

Committee Referrals

Children & Youth3/31/2025

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