The bill amends the composition of the Texas Maternal Mortality and Morbidity Review Committee by increasing its membership from 23 to 25 members. It specifies that the committee will now include 23 members appointed by the commissioner, with the addition of two doulas—one with experience in urban care and the other in rural care, both specializing in end-of-life care. This change aims to enhance the committee's multidisciplinary approach by incorporating perspectives from doulas, who play a significant role in maternal care.

Additionally, the bill maintains the requirement for various healthcare professionals to be represented on the committee, including physicians from multiple specialties, a certified nurse-midwife, a registered nurse, and community members with relevant healthcare experience. The bill mandates that the commissioner of state health services appoint the new members as soon as practicable after the bill's effective date, which is set for 91 days after the legislative session concludes.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Health and Safety Code 34.002 (Health and Safety Code 34)