S3045 - Birth Centers and Midwifery Workforce Sustainability Bill

Massachusetts S3045 was introduced as a new draft of S784 and reported from the Joint Committee on Health Care Financing on April 8, 2026. The bill focuses on ensuring the sustainability of birth centers and supporting the midwifery workforce across the state. It has been referred to the Senate Ways and Means Committee for further consideration.\n\nAffected parties including birth centers, healthcare providers, and midwifery professionals should monitor this legislation as it progresses through the Massachusetts General Court. While the bill remains in draft form, its passage could establish new regulatory requirements or support mechanisms for maternal healthcare facilities and the providers who serve them.