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 appointed members, which is an increase from the previous 21. The new composition includes various healthcare professionals such as physicians, nurses, and social workers, while also adding two doulas—one with experience in urban care and one in rural care, with at least one specializing in end-of-life care.

Additionally, the bill maintains the requirement for a representative from the department's family and community health programs and the state epidemiologist or their designee to be part of the committee. The changes aim to enhance the multidisciplinary nature of the committee, ensuring a broader range of expertise in addressing maternal mortality and morbidity issues in Texas. The bill is set to take effect 91 days after the end of the legislative session.

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