Senate Resolution No. by Senator Jackson establishes the Task Force on Maternal Health in Louisiana, aimed at studying and improving maternal health outcomes, particularly focusing on reducing maternal death and preterm birth rates among black women and children. The resolution highlights the alarming statistics regarding maternal mortality in Louisiana, where black women face significantly higher rates of preventable deaths compared to their white counterparts. The task force is tasked with examining current laws and proposing amendments to enhance resources for pregnant mothers and their children, with a report due to the Senate by February 15, 2024.

The task force will be composed of various stakeholders, including state senators, health department officials, medical professionals, and representatives from relevant organizations. It is required to convene by August 31, 2023, and will operate without compensation, except for per diem or expense reimbursements. The resolution emphasizes the urgency of addressing maternal health disparities in Louisiana and mandates the task force to provide actionable recommendations to improve the situation before its dissolution upon submitting its findings.