About the Bill
A5527/S4487 - The Midwifery Licensing Act is a crucial piece of New Jersey Midwifery legislation that has been introduced by ASW Shanique Speight, ASW Rosy Bagolie, and Senator Britnee Timberlake.
The introductory language of the bill shows its importance:
This is what the bill will do:
A5527/S4487 will create a New Jersey Independent Board of Midwifery, led by licensed midwives!
The bill will allow midwives to practice independently to the full scope of their education and certification!
The bill will grant independent prescriptive authority to CNMs and CMs, regulated by the Board, and allow CPMs to use a formulary of medications for safe childbirth!
The bill will allow all New Jersey licensed midwives to sign Temporary Disability forms – reduce bureaucratic burden!
Join us in advocating for passage of The Midwifery Licensing Act! You will be making history!