Uploaded December 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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California lawmakers passed a new law to make it easier for birth centers to operate outside hospitals. Supporters say the changes could slow closures, expand access to midwives, and help families in regions left without nearby labor and delivery units.

EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS
Neil Chase
Tamara Gould
Angela Boisvert

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Robert Meeks
Mia Henry
Colin Taylor

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Khari Johnson

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Robert Meeks
Anthony Bibian

CALMATTERS EDITOR IN CHIEF
Kristen Go

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Robert McDonnell

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Israel Mendez

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