What does Preamble of Midwives for MOMS Act of 2025 do?

This bill aims to address maternity care shortages It promotes optimal maternity outcomes by expanding educational opportunities for midwives

What does SHORT TITLE. of Midwives for MOMS Act of 2025 do?

This bill is formally titled the Midwives for Maximizing Optimal Maternity Services Act of 2025.

What does MIDWIFERY SCHOOLS AND PROGRAMS. of Midwives for MOMS Act of 2025 do?

This section amends the Public Health Service Act to support midwifery schools and programs. The Secretary may award grants to institutions of higher education for student support, establishment or expansion of midwifery programs, and preceptor support. Grants prioritize institutions that focus on recruitment and retention of students from rural and economically disadvantaged communities. The Secretary is restricted from providing assistance to midwifery schools within schools of nursing. Appropriations of $15,000,000 are authorized for fiscal years 2026 through 2030.

What does NURSE-MIDWIVES. of Midwives for MOMS Act of 2025 do?

This section amends Title VIII of the Public Health Service Act to establish a Midwifery Expansion Program. The Secretary of Health and Human Services may award grants to schools of nursing to support nurse-midwifery students, establish or expand programs, and increase the number of preceptors. Priority for grant awards will be given to schools that prioritize students practicing in health professional shortage areas and demonstrate a focus on recruiting and retaining students from rural and economically disadvantaged communities. The program is authorized to receive appropriations of $20,000,000 for fiscal years 2026 through 2030. Fifty percent of the funds will be used for direct support of students, 25% for establishing or expanding programs, and 25% for supporting preceptors.

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Midwives for MOMS Act of 2025

Last updated: 12/3/2025 · Introduced: 12/3/2025

Author: Ashley Hinson (R-IA)

TL;DR (AI)

The bill authorizes $15 million annually from 2026-2030 to support midwifery schools and programs, prioritizing those serving rural and disadvantaged communities, excluding programs within schools of nursing.
It establishes a Midwifery Expansion Program providing up to $20 million annually from 2026-2030 to nursing schools for student support, program development, and preceptor training, with a focus on underserved areas.
Grant programs under this bill prioritize recruitment and retention of students from rural and economically disadvantaged communities to address maternity care shortages.

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