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GA HB1264
GA HB1264Medical assistance; pilot program to provide coverage under Medicaid program for doula care for pregnant Medicaid recipients; provide
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Introduced
02/10/2026
02/10/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To amend Article 7 of Chapter 4 of Title 49 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to medical assistance generally, so as to provide for a pilot program to provide coverage under the Medicaid program for doula care for pregnant Medicaid recipients; to provide for reimbursement; to provide for doula qualifications; to provide for a report; to provide for termination of the pilot project and automatic repeal; to provide for related matters; to provide for contingent effectiveness upon appropriation of funds; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a pilot program within Georgia's Medicaid program to cover doula care for pregnant individuals receiving Medicaid benefits, with doulas being trained professionals who provide support during pregnancy, labor, and postpartum. The program will allow for up to five doula visits per recipient, covering pre-birth, labor, delivery, and after-birth support, and requires doulas to meet specific training qualifications set by the department. By the end of 2028, a comprehensive report detailing the program's implementation, effectiveness, participant health outcomes, and recommendations for doula reimbursement and potential statewide expansion will be submitted to state officials. This pilot program is scheduled to end on January 1, 2029, at which point the relevant law will be automatically repealed, and the bill's effectiveness is contingent upon a specific appropriation of funds in the state's budget.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (5)
Debra Bazemore (D)*,
Debbie Buckner (D)*,
Park Cannon (D)*,
Carolyn Hugley (D)*,
Mekyah McQueen (D)*,
Last Action
House Second Readers (on 02/12/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/73057 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/242150 |
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