Supporting the recognition of March 14, 2026, as "Black Midwives Day" and the longstanding and invaluable contributions of Black midwives to maternal and infant health in the United States.

Key Points

• This resolution officially recognizes March 14, 2026, as "Black Midwives Day." It honors the history of Black midwives and their work in helping mothers and babies stay healthy, especially in "maternity care deserts" where there are no local hospitals or clinics for more than 2 million women.
• The proposal highlights a serious health crisis: Black women in the U.S. are about three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related issues than white women. It argues that increasing the number of Black midwives can provide more culturally connected care, build trust, and help close this life-threatening health gap.
• It calls for the government to provide more money for training and mentorship for Black midwives. It also suggests removing legal rules that make it hard for midwives to work in homes or birth centers and asks for better insurance coverage for their services through programs like Medicaid and TRICARE.

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