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Introduced
06/27/2023
06/27/2023
In Committee
06/27/2023
06/27/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024
01/08/2024
Introduced Session
2022-2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill modifies current law regulating midwives. Specifically, the bill repeals the current law requiring approval for licensure of midwives by the State Board of Medical Examiners and establishes a State Board of Midwifery. Under the bill, a board of thirteen members is created to oversee the licensure of certified midwives (CMs), certified nurse midwives (CNMs), and certified professional midwives (CPMs). The bill: 1) delineates the responsibilities of the board, which include the approval of licensure applications; recognition of entities accrediting midwifery certification programs and national entities issuing the certifications; 2) establishes continuing education requirements; 3) requires applicants to meet certain standards to qualify for a license; and 4) authorizes the State Board of Midwifery to grant individuals currently licensed as a CM, CNM, or CPM by the State Board of Medical Examiners a license at that same level. The bill also updates current law authorizing CMs and CNMs to prescribe certain drugs by, among other items, expanding the services a CM and CNM can provide to include ordering, dispensing and administering prescription drugs and medical devices.
AI Summary
This bill creates the "Midwifery Licensing Act" and establishes a new State Board of Midwifery to regulate the practice of midwifery in New Jersey. Specifically, the bill repeals the current law requiring approval for licensure of midwives by the State Board of Medical Examiners and instead establishes the State Board of Midwifery, comprised of 13 members, to oversee the licensure of certified midwives (CMs), certified nurse midwives (CNMs), and certified professional midwives (CPMs). The bill delineates the responsibilities of the board, including approving licensure applications, recognizing accrediting entities and certification programs, establishing continuing education requirements, and enforcing licensure provisions. The bill also updates current law to expand the services that CMs and CNMs can provide, including ordering, dispensing and administering prescription drugs and medical devices.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee (on 06/27/2023)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2022/S4042 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2022/S4500/4042_I1.HTM |
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