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This bill reauthorizes and updates a federal program supporting residential treatment programs for pregnant and postpartum women struggling with substance use disorders. The legislation, known as the "Pregnant and Postpartum Women Treatment Reauthorization Act," makes several key changes to an existing program under the Public Health Service Act. Specifically, it modifies language to clarify that treatment programs provide "health care services" instead of just "health services," and requires applicants to submit a plan that may include strategies for targeting outreach to women most affected by maternal substance use disorders. The bill also increases funding from $29,931,000 to $38,931,000 per year, extending the authorization from fiscal years 2019-2023 to fiscal years 2025-2029. These modifications aim to improve support and accessibility of treatment programs for pregnant and postpartum women dealing with substance use challenges, recognizing the unique healthcare needs of this vulnerable population.

Health and Social Services

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1004/all-info