Committee approves substitute to expand maternal birth leave for certain state employees The committee passed a substitute to House Bill 118 to create a maternal birth leave category and expand paid leave for eligible state employees from six to nine weeks; proponents said the change supports recovery and retention and the measure was approved by voice vote.

Georgia's Committee on Public and Community Health just approved a vital expansion of maternity leave, increasing paid time off for state employees from six to nine weeks to better support new moms!

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Executive Director Kaufman advocates for mandatory reporting on maternal mortality in Georgia Kaufman emphasizes need for public reporting on maternal health outcomes in Georgia.

Georgia's Urban Affairs Committee is pushing for mandatory public reporting on maternal health to ensure transparency and accountability, highlighting the urgent need for systemic change.

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Doctor highlights severe impacts of Georgia's HB 481 abortion law on maternal health Research reveals fear, confusion, and dangerous delays in care under Georgia's abortion law.

Georgia's restrictive abortion laws are putting pregnant individuals at grave risk, with experts revealing alarming barriers that threaten maternal health and safety.

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Atlanta Birth Center calls for midwifery expansion amid Georgia's maternal health crisis Tamara Tate emphasizes midwifery support to address maternal health disparities in Georgia.

Georgia's maternal health crisis demands urgent action as midwives advocate for equitable care to combat alarming mortality rates among marginalized communities.

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Georgia lawmakers approve Medicaid reimbursement for certified doulas' services Legislation enables $1,000 reimbursements for doulas to support pregnant families in Georgia

Georgia lawmakers are set to transform maternal health by approving Medicaid reimbursement for certified doulas, ensuring vital support for pregnant families.

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Advocates propose Medicaid reimbursement bill for doulas and child care trust fund Supporters seek legislation for doulas, child care funding, and expanded perinatal workforce.

Georgia's Urban Affairs Committee is pushing for a game-changing bill to reimburse doulas through Medicaid, promising to transform maternal and child health services across the state!

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State launches advisory committee for regional perinatal centers and maternal mortality issues Committee formed to unify operations of regional perinatal centers and address maternal mortality.

Georgia lawmakers are taking bold steps to enhance maternal and newborn health services, addressing critical shortages and establishing an advisory committee for improved care.

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Georgia lawmakers pass House Bill 89 to tackle maternal mortality issues Georgia's House approves bill to improve maternal mortality data collection and review.

Georgia lawmakers just took a bold step to combat maternal mortality with the passage of House Bill 89, aiming to improve health outcomes for all mothers in the state.

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Georgia legislators introduce House Bill 649 for maternal mental health screenings Bill aims to mandate maternal mental health screenings and resources during and post-pregnancy.

Georgia's House Bill 649 is set to revolutionize maternal health by mandating mental health screenings for new mothers, addressing pressing issues that can impact both mothers and their children.

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Georgia passes Medicaid expansion for lactation and postpartum care starting July 2026 Georgia mandates Medicaid coverage for lactation and postpartum care effective July 2026.

Georgia's House Bill 579 could transform maternal and child health by expanding Medicaid to cover essential lactation and postpartum services, addressing critical gaps in care.

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Georgia Assembly passes Gestational Diabetes Management Act for Medicaid coverage Georgia amends Medicaid laws to cover continuous glucose monitors for gestational diabetes.

Georgia is taking a groundbreaking step to improve maternal health by potentially expanding Medicaid coverage for continuous glucose monitors to support women with gestational diabetes.

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Texas establishes regulations for certified community midwifery practice standards New definitions and standards set for certified nurse midwives and community midwifery care.

Georgia's Senate Bill 136 could revolutionize maternal healthcare by empowering certified community midwives to provide essential care in underserved areas, but is it the solution we need or a risky gamble?

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Georgia General Assembly passes Gestational Diabetes Management Act for Medicaid recipients House Bill 352 expands continuous glucose monitor coverage to gestational diabetes Medicaid patients.

Georgia's new bill aims to revolutionize maternal healthcare by expanding Medicaid coverage for glucose monitors to protect mothers and babies from gestational diabetes complications.

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