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Join us in making a difference! There are many ways to support the mission, whether by volunteering your time, advocating for important policy changes, or donating monetarily to help sustain our work. You can lend a hand at events, use your voice to push for meaningful reforms, or share our message with your community. Every effort, big or small, helps create lasting change. Explore the opportunities below and find the best way for you to get involved!
Here are actionable steps you can take today to show your support!
1. Support HB 4553 "Malik's Law" HB 4553
2. Sign the petition to Improve Midwifery Education and Regulation in Texas
3. If You See Something, Say Something!
4. Spread Awareness About the Unsafe Practices in Midwifery
5. Support and Listen to Something Was Wrong Podcast
6. Leave Your Email and Subscribe To Stay Up to Date
7. Show Your Support by Donating
1. Support "Malik's Law" HB 4553
What is "Malik's Law" HB 4553 ?
HB 4553 is a bill relating to the mandatory reporting of birth outcomes by licensed midwives in the State of Texas. Currently, licensed midwives are not required to report any outcomes related to transfer, mortality, or morbidity rates to a standard reporting system. The reporting system licensed midwives will refer to is a voluntary reporting system that is not available to consumers like you and I.
Reach out to the Public Health Committee
Malik's Law has been referred to the Public Health Committee and the hearing for the bill is TBD.
WE NEED YOUR HELP.
Please subscribe to our mailing list, when we have notice of the hearing we will notify you and how you can help!
Spread the word
Spread the word to family and friends. Spread the word on all social platforms about "Malik's Law" HB 4553 and why you support it. Tag #MALIKSLAW #HB4553.
Show up and support
Attend any upcoming hearings and advocacy events regarding "Malik's Law" HB 4553. We appreciate all of the support.
To view the Legislative Process click here. To view "Malik's Bill" HB 4553 click here.
3. If You See Something, Say Something!
You Can File Complaints with Any Regulatory Body Below
If you have questions about filing any complaints or suggestions, feel free to
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TDLR is the regulatory body for Licensed Midwives/Certified Professional Midwives and Midwifery Schools. Report fraudulent, negligent, unlicensed, and/or unprofessional behavior to the TDLR.
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Texas Health and Human Services is the regulatory body for Health Facilities. Report unsafe, unclean, unlicensed, and/or unprofessional facilities to the HHS.
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U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, HIPAA - Regulates any violations regarding Health Information Privacy, protected under HIPAA. Submit HIPAA violations here.
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U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Civil Rights (DHHS) - If you feel you have discriminated against. Submit discrimination violations with Texas HHS and to the U.S. DHHS.
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Better Business Bureau (BBB) - Report a complaint, post a review, report a scam, or a misleading advertisement to BBB here.
Resources:
For a full list of resources click here
As A Consumer,
As A Mother,
You Have A Voice.
5. Support and Listen to Something Was Wrong Podcast as Survivors Share Their Stories
A True Crime Podcast
Featuring Survivor Stories about Birth Centers and Midwives
Members of M.A.M.A were honored to be invited and share our stories with the Something Was Wrong Podcast.
You can listen below.
Want to Join the Team?
We’re looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to join our team and help further our mission. If you’re driven by a desire to make a meaningful impact and thrive in a collaborative environment, we’d love to hear from you. This is a chance to use your skills for a cause that truly matters—come be a part of something bigger!
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