Janell Green Smith Maternal Health Acc. Act.

Summary

The bill creates a new chapter in North Carolina law to formally recognize Certified Nurse Midwives, Certified Midwives, and Certified Professional Midwives as essential providers and to regulate their practice across all birth settings. It also obligates hospitals and perinatal providers to report detailed maternal and neonatal data, adopt standardized discharge and emergency protocols, and support patient‑centered grievance and advocacy services. The goal is to improve safety, reduce disparities, and make midwifery care a permanent part of the state’s maternal health system.

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