Congresswoman Jen Kiggans (VA-02) announced her cosponsorship of H.R. 3768, the Midwives for MOMS Act, which aims to increase the number of trained midwives in the United States to help fill gaps in maternity care. Specifically, the legislation would designate grant funding for midwifery programs at nursing schools and other higher education institutions.
“As a mom of four, I know midwives can play a significant role when it comes to keeping mothers and their babies healthy,” said Congresswoman Kiggans. “I am proud to cosponsor the Midwives for MOMS Act to help establish midwifery programs nationwide so that we can expand our nation’s maternal healthcare workforce, reduce maternity care costs for families, and improve health outcomes for mothers across the country and their children.”
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