Georgia HR2029: Community-Based Doula Day; March 31, 2026; recognize

What the bill says

A resolution Recognizing March 31, 2026, as Community-Based Doula Day; and for other purposes.

From the introduced text:

A RESOLUTION Recognizing March 31, 2026, as Community-Based Doula Day; and for other purposes. WHEREAS, community-based doulas provide continuous support to mothers during labor and delivery, helping them cope with the physical and mental demands of giving birth; and WHEREAS, by drawing on their specialized training and lived experience to guide birthing persons through labor and birth, community-based doulas provide emotional support and physical comfort that enhance the childbirth experience for the entire family; and WHEREAS, community-based doulas share at least one commonality with the birthing person, which improves outcomes for underserved communities; and WHEREAS, community-based doulas work with medical staff, including doctors, midwives, and nurses, to provide informational support to all birthing people they serve and help with their transition to parenthood; and WHEREAS, community-based doulas remove barriers by meeting families prenatally and postpartum in the home; and H. R. 2029 LC 112 4178 WHEREAS, community-based doulas across the State of Georgia address maternal health disparities, help create positive childbirth experiences, and work towards improved birth and infant health outcomes. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body recognize March 31, 2026, as Community-Based Doula Day. 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 …

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Sponsors

• Cannon, Park (D, 58) · primary sponsor

Latest actions

1. March 31, 2026: House Read and Adopted
2. March 31, 2026: House First Readers
3. March 31, 2026: House Hopper

Common questions

What is HR2029?

HR2029 is a bill in the Georgia Legislature (2025-2026 Regular Session): Community-Based Doula Day; March 31, 2026; recognize.

What does HR2029 do?

In its own words: A resolution Recognizing March 31, 2026, as Community-Based Doula Day; and for other purposes.

What is the status of HR2029?

Passed both chambers as of March 31, 2026. Latest action: House Read and Adopted (March 31, 2026).

Who sponsored HR2029?

Cannon, Park (D, 58).

Where is the official record for HR2029?

On the Georgia Legislature website: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/74643