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This bill amends the Public Health Service Act to update and reauthorize lifespan respite care programs. Specifically, the bill makes two key changes: first, it broadens the definition of a "family caregiver" by replacing the term "unpaid adult" with "unpaid individual", which could potentially expand the scope of who qualifies for respite care support. Second, the bill extends funding authorization for these programs from the previous period of fiscal years 2020-2024 to a new period of fiscal years 2025-2029. Lifespan respite care programs are designed to provide temporary relief and support services to family caregivers who are helping individuals with chronic conditions, disabilities, or other long-term care needs. By reauthorizing and slightly modifying the existing law, the bill aims to continue supporting caregivers and ensuring they have access to necessary resources and short-term assistance.

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