Bill > S1815

This bill, titled the "End Diaper Need Act of 2025", aims to provide targeted funding through the Social Services Block Grant program to help low-income families, children with medical complexities, and adults with disabilities access diapers and incontinence supplies. The bill would increase federal funding to $1.9 billion annually through 2029, allowing states to distribute free diapers, diapering supplies, and adult incontinence materials to families in need. States can use up to 5% of the funds for administrative costs and must work with eligible entities like local governments, tribal organizations, and nonprofit diaper banks to distribute supplies. Eligible families are defined as those with incomes up to 200% of the federal poverty line. The bill also requires states to submit annual reports detailing the number of people assisted, types and quantities of supplies distributed, and distribution methods. Additionally, the legislation mandates an evaluation of the program's effectiveness in addressing health and developmental risks associated with diaper need, such as diaper dermatitis and potential mental health impacts. The bill further includes a provision to allow medically necessary diapers and diapering supplies to be considered qualified medical expenses for health savings accounts, Archer Medical Savings Accounts, and other health reimbursement arrangements, effective January 1, 2026.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1815/all-info