HB1819
To Require The State Registrar Of Vital Records To Coordinate With The University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences To Contact Mothers For Support And Assistance During The Postpartum Period.
Last Action (March 17, 2025): WITHDRAWN BY AUTHOR
Sponsors
AI-Generated Summary
House Bill 1819 amends the duties of the State Registrar of Vital Records in Arkansas. It mandates that the State Registrar must coordinate with the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) to establish a system of communication with mothers. Specifically, the bill requires these entities to reach out to mothers of infants who have registered a certificate of birth in the state. The primary purpose of this contact is to provide mothers with information regarding support and assistance services available during the postpartum period. This legislation aims to bridge the gap between birth registration and access to maternal health resources.
Potential Impact Analysis
Who Might Benefit?
The primary beneficiaries are new mothers in Arkansas, particularly those who may require additional resources, postpartum health support, or guidance during the period following childbirth. The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) also benefits by being formally integrated into a state-mandated outreach program to expand its reach in maternal health services.
Who Might Suffer?
The primary entity negatively impacted is the Office of the State Registrar of Vital Records, which will face increased administrative burdens and operational requirements to manage the data coordination with UAMS. Additionally, there could be concerns regarding the privacy and data security of new parents, as their birth registration information will be shared and used for outreach purposes, potentially impacting individuals who prefer not to be contacted by state-affiliated entities.
Get Notified
Receive an email when this bill's status changes.