Improving Diaper Affordability Act of 2021

Improving Diaper Affordability Act of 2021

This bill treats diapers as qualified medical expenses for purposes of certain health savings accounts and spending arrangements.

The bill prohibits a state or local government from imposing a sales tax on the retail sale of diapers.

Bill 117 HR 4902, also known as the Improving Diaper Affordability Act of 2021, aims to address the issue of diaper affordability for low-income families in the United States. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on February 3, 2021, by Representative Barbara Lee of California.

The main provisions of the bill include:

1. Establishing a grant program to provide funding to states and localities to distribute free or subsidized diapers to families in need. This program would help alleviate the financial burden that diapers can place on low-income families. 2. Requiring the Department of Health and Human Services to conduct a study on the impact of diaper need on families and children, as well as the potential benefits of providing assistance with diaper affordability. 3. Directing the Government Accountability Office to conduct a study on the availability and affordability of diapers in the United States, particularly in underserved communities. Overall, the Improving Diaper Affordability Act of 2021 seeks to address a critical issue facing many low-income families in the United States and provide much-needed assistance to ensure that all children have access to clean and safe diapers. The bill has garnered bipartisan support and is currently being considered by the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.