The bill amends the composition of the Texas Maternal Mortality and Morbidity Review Committee by increasing the total number of members from 23 to 25. It specifies that the committee will now include 23 members appointed by the commissioner, which is an increase from the previous 21 members. The new composition includes various healthcare professionals, such as physicians specializing in obstetrics, family practice, psychiatry, and other relevant fields, as well as a certified nurse-midwife, registered nurse, and community members with healthcare experience.

Additionally, the bill introduces two doulas to the committee, ensuring that at least one has experience in urban care and one in rural care, with a focus on 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. 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 the 91st day following the end of the legislative session.

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