We need your help to ensure reimbursement for all licensed midwives in Virginia! Governor Youngkin has vetoed HB1923 and its budget amendment, which guarantee 100% insurance reimbursement for Licensed Certified Midwives (LCMs), Licensed Midwives (LMs), and Certified Nurse-Midwives (CNMs).

This bill passed the General Assembly unanimously, demonstrating broad bipartisan support. Now, we must urge legislators to override the veto and stand up for maternal health.

This bipartisan bill expands access to high-quality maternal care, especially in rural and underserved areas. Without pay parity:

• Midwives remain underutilized, limiting access to care.
• Maternal health disparities worsen, particularly for women of color.
• Healthcare costs rise due to unnecessary interventions that midwives help prevent.

HB1923 was developed in collaboration with the Medical Society of Virginia, ACNM-VA, and the Virginia Midwives Alliance and was recommended by the Rural Health Select Committee as part of the Virginia MOMNIBUS Package. Furthermore, the Department of Planning and Budget confirmed that this bill has no fiscal impact on the state health plan.

This is a crucial moment for equitable maternity care in Virginia. Legislators need to hear from you—their constituents—before they vote.

📢 Take action now! Call or email your legislator today and urge them to override the veto of HB1923. Thank you for taking action to support midwives and maternal health in Virginia! Please share this message with others to amplify our voices.