An Act to improve access to breastfeeding care

This bill establishes a new board of allied health professions in Massachusetts to oversee the regulation of lactation consultants. The board will include twelve appointed members, specifically ensuring representation from athletic trainers, occupational therapists, physical therapists, physicians, and the general public. Additionally, the legislation creates official definitions for key terms like "lactation consultant" and "perinatal health worker" to clarify their roles and requirements. By amending existing laws, the bill formally adds lactation consultants to the list of allied health professionals eligible for licensure and practice within the state.