Birth centers and professional midwives

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South Dakota · HB1127

Birth centers and professional midwives

WatchDid not pass (session ended)

The bill would revise provisions on birth centers and the practice of certified professional midwives at birth centers.

Families need access to midwives and birth centers; the description does not say whether this expands or limits them.

Last action: Health and Human Services Deferred to the 41st legislative day, Passed, YEAS 11, NAYS 2. H.J. 14 (Feb 5, 2026)
Home birth & midwifery