The bill enacts a new section, 3702.35, of the Revised Code to establish regulations for freestanding birthing centers in Ohio. It defines a "freestanding birthing center" as a facility that provides care during pregnancy, delivery, and the immediate postpartum period for low-risk expectant mothers, explicitly excluding hospitals. The bill mandates that each freestanding birthing center must have a written plan for transferring mothers or newborns to a hospital in case of medical complications or emergencies.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that freestanding birthing centers accredited by the Commission for the Accreditation of Birth Centers are not required to have a written transfer agreement with a hospital. In contrast, those that are not accredited must establish such an agreement with a local hospital. This legislation aims to ensure the safety and proper care of mothers and newborns while providing flexibility for accredited centers.