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title: HR 110. Doula Day at the state capitol; January 23, 2025; recognize
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date: 2025-01-29
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bill_number: HR 110
session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
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chamber: House
bill_type: resolution
status_date: 2025-01-29
last_action: House Read and Adopted
sponsors:
  - Park Cannon
  - Karen Bennett
  - Carolyn Hugley
  - Derrick Jackson
  - Lisa Campbell
  - Sandra Scott
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  - maternal health
  - doulas
  - childbirth support
  - state recognition day
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# HR 110. Doula Day at the state capitol; January 23, 2025; recognize

## Text

House Resolution 110
By: Representatives Cannon of the 58th, Bennett of the 94th, Hugley of the 141st, Jackson of
the 68th, Campbell of the 35th, and others
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing January 23, 2025, as Doula Day at the state capitol; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, a doula is a non-clinical support person who provides care to improve perinatal
health outcomes for laboring, birthing, and postpartum individuals, as well as loss support;
and
WHEREAS, the hallmarks of doula support emphasize community-based interpersonal
relationships, health promotion through preventative care, childbirth and health education,
emotional support, and the improvement of health outcomes; and
WHEREAS, the State of Georgia has a rich history of mothers, grandmothers, aunts, sisters,
or other close individuals attending births as supportive figures, and research shows that even
without formal training, this support can significantly decrease the likelihood of cesarean
sections, shorten labor times, and improve the birthing experience; and
WHEREAS, throughout history and across cultures, community-chosen doulas have been
revered for their roles in supporting birthing individuals, and Georgia's doulas and doula
agencies continue this legacy by training new doulas and providing support for those in need
during significant life events; and
WHEREAS, doulas such as Berthina Marquez, Nar Sanders, Janisa Camille, Imani Gunn,
Rara Hill, Wendi Wright, Naima Bond, Rosalee Henry, Destiny Muhammad, Simone, Ziah
McKinney, Danielle Lyles Barton, Chi T Mathias, Zakirah Abdul-Hameed, Dericka Smith,
Tiffany Bryant, Chanel Stryker, Corrinna Edwards, Kristina Cheek, Dr. Kimarie Bugg,
Vanya Francis, Krystal Reese, McKenzie Mac Mitcham, Sylvester Pierce, Teandra Durham,
Shaconna Haley, Haydee Salas, Sabrina Friday, Danielle Dixon, Shamika Miller, Mary
Nicholson Jackson, Retta Sola, Jamita Jackson, Gabrielle Albert, Katherine Marquez, Felecia
Dawson, Safira Zayas, Taylor Russaw, and Tianna Swain are making a meaningful
difference in Georgia through their services, agencies, and advocacy; and
WHEREAS, agencies and doula services such as Birthin' with Berthina, Guiding Lite LLC
Holistic Midwifery & Family Health Services, Doula of the Divine, Morehouse School of
Medicine Center for Maternal Health Equity, Wellstar Hospital, Luv Your Yoni, Mothers
Helping Hands Atlanta LLC, Chosen Womb, Divine Hands Agency, Blooming All Over,
ATLdoula and Disability Advocacy, Your Divine Doula, Lamis Womb Care, Mamas With
Her Wings LLC, Georgia Community Doula Coalition, Bellies to Babies Foundation,
Reaching Our Sisters Everywhere Inc., Full Blown Birthing, Mother's Nest, Envisioned
Births Doula Services, Comadres Group, Golden Doula Birth Services, 4Kira4Moms, Whole
Plant, SPA DOULAH LAH / BIRTH RESPONDERS, Safety Nest Birthing Services, Sista
Girl Birth Initiative, and Yourrebrythtribe provide vital support to Georgia's families; and
WHEREAS, these agencies and individuals create opportunities for doula entrepreneurs to
collaborate on critical initiatives that enhance maternal and child health outcomes.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body recognize January 23, 2025, as Doula Day at the state capitol.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized
and directed to make appropriate copies of this resolution available for distribution to the
public and the press.

## Summaries written by Georgia Commons

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A Georgia House resolution recognizes January 23, 2025, as Doula Day at the state capitol, honoring doulas and doula agencies across the state for their work supporting mothers and families.

### Plain-language summary

This resolution does not change any Georgia law. It is a ceremonial statement from the House of Representatives recognizing January 23, 2025, as Doula Day at the state capitol.
The resolution describes what a doula does, provides support to people who are pregnant, giving birth, or recovering afterward, and notes that this kind of support can improve health outcomes and reduce complications. It names dozens of individual doulas and doula agencies operating in Georgia and credits them with supporting families and advancing maternal and child health. The resolution directs the Clerk of the House to make copies available to the public and press. It carries no funding, penalties, or ongoing legal effect.

### What it does

- Formally recognizes January 23, 2025, as Doula Day at the state capitol through a House resolution.
- Names specific Georgia doulas and doula agencies and credits them with supporting maternal and child health.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and press.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement; it is a symbolic statement of recognition.

### Who it affects

The resolution names and honors specific Georgia doulas, doula agencies, and organizations such as hospitals and community coalitions involved in maternal health support. It has no direct legal or financial effect on any group.

### Why it matters

Because the resolution is purely ceremonial, it does not change any rights, funding, or rules for doulas or the families they serve. Its main effect is public recognition, which may raise awareness of doula services and maternal health support in Georgia.

### Key provisions

- States the House's recognition of January 23, 2025, as Doula Day at the state capitol.
- Lists individual doulas and doula agencies operating in Georgia as part of the resolution's findings.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare copies for public and press distribution.

## Status

- Status: Passed (2025-01-29)
- Last action: House Read and Adopted (2025-01-29)
- Sponsors: Park Cannon, Karen Bennett, Carolyn Hugley, Derrick Jackson, Lisa Campbell, Sandra Scott
- Official page: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/69685

> The history, votes, and amendments (131 characters) are at https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/hr110.md?full=1