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To amend the Public Health Service Act to improve children's vision and eye health through grants to States, territories, and Tribal organizations, and the provision of technical assistance to support those efforts.

4/1/2025, 8:05 AM

Summary of Bill HR 2527

Bill 119 hr 2527, also known as the Children's Vision and Eye Health Act, aims to enhance the vision and eye health of children in the United States. The bill proposes amendments to the Public Health Service Act to provide grants to States, territories, and Tribal organizations to support initiatives that improve children's vision and eye health.

Specifically, the bill seeks to allocate funding for programs that focus on early detection and treatment of vision issues in children, as well as providing access to necessary eye care services. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for technical assistance to aid in the implementation and success of these programs.

The ultimate goal of Bill 119 hr 2527 is to ensure that all children have access to quality vision and eye health care, ultimately improving their overall well-being and academic success. By providing resources and support to States, territories, and Tribal organizations, this legislation aims to address the critical need for improved vision and eye health services for children across the country.

Current Status of Bill HR 2527

Bill HR 2527 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 31, 2025. Bill HR 2527 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 31, 2025.  Bill HR 2527's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of March 31, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2527

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
1
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
1
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2527

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2527

To amend the Public Health Service Act to improve children's vision and eye health through grants to States, territories, and Tribal organizations, and the provision of technical assistance to support those efforts.
To amend the Public Health Service Act to improve children's vision and eye health through grants to States, territories, and Tribal organizations, and the provision of technical assistance to support those efforts.

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