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Special Diabetes Program Reauthorization Act of 2023

3/12/2024, 7:45 AM

Summary of Bill S 1855

Bill 118 s 1855, also known as the Special Diabetes Program Reauthorization Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The bill aims to reauthorize funding for the Special Diabetes Program (SDP), which provides critical support for research, prevention, and treatment of diabetes.

The SDP was initially established in 1997 to address the growing epidemic of diabetes in the United States. Since then, it has played a crucial role in funding research into new treatments and technologies for diabetes, as well as supporting programs aimed at preventing the disease and improving outcomes for those living with diabetes.

If passed, Bill 118 s 1855 would reauthorize funding for the SDP for an additional five years, ensuring that this important program can continue its vital work. The bill has received bipartisan support in Congress, with lawmakers from both parties recognizing the importance of addressing the diabetes epidemic in the United States. Overall, the Special Diabetes Program Reauthorization Act of 2023 is a crucial piece of legislation that has the potential to make a real difference in the lives of millions of Americans living with diabetes. It represents a bipartisan effort to support research, prevention, and treatment of diabetes, and deserves the support of Congress and the American people.

Congressional Summary of S 1855

Special Diabetes Program Reauthorization Act of 2023

This bill reauthorizes and funds through calendar year 2025 the Special Diabetes Program for Type I Diabetes and the Special Diabetes Program for Indians. The Special Diabetes Program for Type I Diabetes supports research on the prevention and cure of Type I diabetes, and the Special Diabetes Program for Indians supports diabetes treatment and prevention for tribal populations.

Current Status of Bill S 1855

Bill S 1855 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 7, 2023. Bill S 1855 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 7, 2023.  Bill S 1855's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 184. as of July 27, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1855

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
6
Democrat Cosponsors
4
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1855

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

- Digestive and metabolic diseases
- Indian social and development programs
- Medical research
- Research administration and funding

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1855

Special Diabetes Program Reauthorization Act of 2023
Special Diabetes Program Reauthorization Act of 2023
Special Diabetes Program Reauthorization Act of 2023
A bill to reauthorize the Special Diabetes Program for Type 1 Diabetes and the Special Diabetes Program for Indians.

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