The proposed bill establishes the "Doula Support for Healthy Births" pilot program in Broward, Miami-Dade, and Palm Beach Counties, aimed at improving maternal and infant health outcomes by integrating doula services into existing maternal health initiatives. The program targets uninsured, underinsured, and Medicaid-eligible parents, with the goal of reducing preterm birth rates and cesarean deliveries while enhancing access to care and supporting maternal well-being throughout pregnancy, labor, and postpartum periods. The Department of Health is tasked with implementing and overseeing the program, which may operate for 12 to 24 months, depending on funding availability.

Key provisions of the bill include the definition of terms related to doula services, the establishment of specific support services such as prenatal, labor, and postpartum assistance, and the requirement for collaboration with healthcare providers and community organizations to ensure effective integration of doula services. The bill also allows for the potential expansion of the pilot program into existing maternal and child health programs, with annual reporting requirements to evaluate effectiveness and equity. Funding for the pilot program will come from appropriations for the Closing the Gap grant program, with efforts to secure additional federal funds for implementation.