Appropriation; Department of Health for implementing and operating an Obstetrics (OB) System of Care.

HB 83 appropriates $500,000 from Mississippi's State General Fund to the Department of Health for implementing an Obstetrics (OB) System of Care during fiscal year 2027 (July 2026-June 2027). The bill directs the state to standardize and regionalize maternal and infant healthcare, improve transfer systems between facilities, and clarify care level designations. This funding directly supports hospitals and healthcare providers delivering obstetric services across Mississippi. The legislation focuses on operational changes to enhance care coordination, with no new taxes or regulations beyond the allocated budget.