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Senate panel hears proposal to fund African American Homeplace maternal program
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Senator Kelly Champion introduced Senate File 1691 on behalf of the African American Homeplace Initiative, proposing a $1,000,000 appropriation in fiscal year 2026 to address disparities in maternal and infant health outcomes for African American families.
Senator Kelly Champion introduced Senate File 1691 on behalf of the African American Homeplace Initiative, proposing a $1,000,000 appropriation in fiscal year 2026 to address disparities in maternal and infant health outcomes for African American families.
Supporters told the committee the program provides nonmedical wraparound services — including acupuncture, massage, mental-health supports, financial education, parenting and birth-preparation classes, CPR training, doula and lactation assistance — delivered outside clinical settings to improve access and…
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