Rep Simon supports the Wells Act that would urge health providers to take steps to protect Black women’ maternal health. bsky.app/profile/repl... @replsimon.bsky.social
Black women have a maternal mortality rate three times higher than white women - the result of deep structural racism and policy violence. The WELLS Act, led by @robinkelly.house.gov, urges hospitals and birthing centers to develop and implement a safe discharge plan and racial bias training.