A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize and extend the Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Prevention and Services program, and for other purposes.
2/7/2025, 11:57 AM
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Advancing FASD Research, Services and Prevention Act or the FASD Respect Act
This bill reauthorizes and modifies programs that are administered by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to address fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD), including educational and research programs.
The bill also establishes FASD Centers for Excellence to support FASD prevention, such as through screenings, public awareness campaigns, and trainings, particularly at the state and local levels.
FASD is a group of conditions that can occur in a person whose mother drank alcohol during pregnancy. These disorders can result in physical, behavioral, and learning disabilities that can have lifelong impacts on individuals. The FASD Prevention and Services program aims to raise awareness about the risks of alcohol consumption during pregnancy and provide resources for prevention and treatment.
The bill includes provisions for funding research on FASD, improving diagnostic tools and interventions, and expanding access to services for individuals with FASD. It also includes measures to support caregivers and families of individuals with FASD, as well as efforts to educate healthcare providers and the public about the risks of alcohol use during pregnancy. Overall, Bill 119 s 139 seeks to address the needs of individuals and families affected by FASD by extending and reauthorizing the FASD Prevention and Services program. By providing support, resources, and education, the bill aims to improve outcomes for individuals with FASD and prevent future cases of this preventable disorder.
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Advancing FASD Research, Services and Prevention Act or the FASD Respect Act
This bill reauthorizes and modifies programs that are administered by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to address fetal alcoh...
The bill also establishes FASD Centers for Excellence to support FASD prevention, such as through screenings, public awareness campaigns, and trainings, particularly at the state and local levels.