The bill aims to enhance access to comprehensive pregnancy care by amending various sections of the General Laws. Key changes include the inclusion of "licensed certified professional midwife" alongside "certified nurse midwife" in multiple sections, thereby expanding the range of qualified professionals who can provide care. Additionally, the bill removes references to "abortion or abortion-related care" from several sections, which may broaden the scope of covered services. The amendments also establish that the relevant commissions and commissioners will ensure compliance with these new provisions.

Furthermore, the bill specifies that these changes will apply to all health insurance policies, contracts, and certificates governed by the specified chapters that are delivered, issued, or renewed six months after the act's effective date. This timeline allows for a transition period for health insurers and providers to adapt to the new regulations. Overall, the bill seeks to improve the accessibility and quality of pregnancy-related healthcare services.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 32A-17C, 118E-10A, 175-47F, 176A-8H, 176B-4H, 176G-4I