Minnesota 2023-2024 Regular Session

Minnesota Senate Bill SF4807

Introduced
3/11/24  

Caption

Chosen Vessels Midwifery Services appropriation to provide culturally relevant education and support on breastfeeding to African American families

Impact

The appropriation of funds will enable Chosen Vessels Midwifery Services to implement a program that combines modern midwifery care with cultural traditions of mutual aid. This program will not only educate mothers about the benefits of breastfeeding but also provide them with the support necessary to encourage sustained breastfeeding practices. By focusing on the unique cultural context of African American families, the bill intends to foster a supportive environment conducive to healthier infant outcomes. It is a meaningful step towards addressing health equity issues within the state.

Summary

Senate File 4807 (SF4807) is a legislative measure aimed at improving public health outcomes among African American communities through targeted educational efforts. The bill seeks to appropriate funds to the Chosen Vessels Midwifery Services to provide culturally relevant education and support for breastfeeding practices to African American mothers. The initiative is designed to address the significant disparity in infant mortality rates between African American infants and their white counterparts, with statistics indicating that African American infants are twice as likely to die before their first birthday. By promoting breastfeeding, the bill aims to reduce this mortality rate significantly, by potentially up to 50 percent according to CDC data.

Contention

While SF4807 aims to tackle a critical public health issue, it may face scrutiny regarding state funding priorities and the allocation of resources. Some legislators may express concerns about whether state funds should be directed specifically towards one demographic group, raising questions about fairness and the use of public resources. Additionally, as with many public health initiatives, there is a potential for debate on the efficacy of culturally focused health interventions versus more broadly distributed programs. These discussions will likely shape the bill's progression through the legislative process.

Companion Bills

MN HF4863

Similar To Chosen Vessels Midwifery Services funding allocated to provide culturally relevant education and support on breastfeeding to African American families, and money appropriated.

Previously Filed As

MN HF4863

Chosen Vessels Midwifery Services funding allocated to provide culturally relevant education and support on breastfeeding to African American families, and money appropriated.

MN HB1304

Breastfeeding; authorize distribution of statewide info to support breastfeeding in public places.

MN HB939

Breastfeeding; authorize distribution of statewide info to support breastfeeding in public places.

MN LD1202

An Act to Establish the African American Studies Advisory Council and Provide Funding to Support African American Studies

MN SCR86

Breastfeeding Awareness Month of 2023.

MN ACR234

Breastfeeding Awareness Month of 2018.

MN SCR120

Breastfeeding Awareness Month of 2022.

MN SCR55

Breastfeeding Awareness Month of 2021.

MN SB520

Nurse-midwifery education program.

MN ACR113

Breastfeeding Awareness Month of 2017.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.