Georgia CommonsHR 1819: Birth Responders Day; May 8, 2026; recognize
Last action March 19, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution proclaims May 8, 2026 as Birth Responders Day, honoring the maternal health organization Birth Responders and its founder Safira Zayas.
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In plain language
This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives recognizes Birth Responders, a maternal response and wellness organization founded by Safira Zayas, and formally designates May 8, 2026 as Birth Responders Day. The resolution describes the organization's work supporting maternal transport, emergency response, birth support, and workforce training for doulas and midwives, particularly in underserved rural and urban Georgia communities. The resolution does not create any new law, funding, or program. It is a ceremonial statement by the House honoring Birth Responders' contributions to maternal health and workforce development in Georgia. The Clerk of the House is directed to prepare copies of the resolution for distribution to Safira Zayas and the organization.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and honors Birth Responders for its work in maternal health, emergency response, and workforce development in Georgia.
- Proclaims May 8, 2026 as Birth Responders Day in the State of Georgia.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute copies of the resolution to Safira Zayas and Birth Responders.
- Creates no new funding, program, agency duties, or changes to Georgia law.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names Safira Zayas and the organization Birth Responders. It also touches maternal health advocates, doulas, midwives, and birth workers in Georgia, as well as families in rural and underserved communities that the organization aims to serve.
Why it matters
Because this is a ceremonial resolution, it does not change any Georgia law, create funding, or impose new requirements. Its practical effect is limited to an official day of recognition and a distributed copy of the resolution honoring the organization's founder and mission.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe Birth Responders' founding by Safira Zayas and its focus on maternal transport, emergency support, and wellness services.
- The first resolving clause has the House recognize and honor Birth Responders for its contributions to maternal health, emergency response, and workforce development.
- The second resolving clause proclaims May 8, 2026 as Birth Responders Day in Georgia.
- The final resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House to make copies of the resolution available to Safira Zayas and Birth Responders.
From the bill
“May 8, 2026, is hereby proclaimed as Birth Responders Day in honor of the launch of Birth Responders and in celebration of the vision, service, and leadership of Safira Zayas.”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Park Cannon (D, HD-058)
Topics
- maternal health
- birth workers
- doulas and midwives
- commemorative resolution
- Georgia House of Representatives