The bill establishes the Doula Workforce Development Support Program within the Department of Commerce, aimed at addressing worsening maternal health challenges in Florida, particularly among minority families. The program is designed to fund and expand existing doula training programs and community-based birthing services, with a focus on high-need regions such as urban areas with high maternal morbidity disparities and rural areas lacking obstetric providers. The legislation outlines the definitions of key terms, eligibility for grant funding, and the intended use of funds, which may include training, mentoring, and business development for doulas.

Additionally, the bill mandates the Department of Commerce to submit an annual report to the Governor and the Legislature detailing grant recipients, the number of doulas trained, and workforce outcomes. It appropriates $7.5 million from the General Revenue Fund for the 2026-2027 fiscal year to implement the program, with specific allocations for administrative expenses and grants to eligible doula training entities. The department is also authorized to adopt rules for program implementation and may require data from grant recipients to compile the annual report. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.