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HB 434 In Committee

RELATING TO DOULAS.

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Requires any person providing doula services for compensation or representing or advertising themselves as a certified doula to register with the Director of Commerce and Consumer Affairs. Establishes certain rights for certified doulas, including being present during delivery and in any recovery rooms, if requested by the client. Requires the Director to maintain a link to the registry on the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs' website. Effective 1/1/2026.

Chamber
House
Introduced
Jan 17, 2025
Last action
Jan 17, 2025 — Pending introduction.
Session
2026
Momentum
45 · Moderate