Funds Midwifery Programs at Colleges
S1599-119 · Introduced May 5, 2025
Why it matters
Schools could get federal money to train more midwives, which may help people in areas with few health care providers. Students at funded programs could get training sooner.
What it does
- Creates federal grants to start or expand midwifery programs at colleges and nursing schools
- Gives priority to schools that train midwives from underrepresented groups
- Gives priority to schools that encourage graduates to work where health care is hard to get
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About this bill
Would create grants through the Health Resources and Services Administration for new or expanded midwifery programs at colleges and nursing schools. Schools that train underrepresented midwives or serve areas with limited care get special consideration.
Midwives for Maximizing Optimal Maternity Services Act of 2025
Perspectives
💬 The case for
Maternal health groups would likely say more midwives could improve care for mothers. Rural health advocates would likely say grants could bring providers to areas that lack them.
💬 The case against
Some medical education groups would likely say the grants add spending without a clear plan. They may also question whether priority rules should shape which schools get funds.
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