H.R.4709

Newborn Screening Saves Lives Reauthorization Act of 2025

Introduced·7/23/25

The Newborn Screening Saves Lives Reauthorization Act of 2025 reauthorizes programs for genetic disease screening in newborns.

The Newborn Screening Saves Lives Reauthorization Act of 2025 amends the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize programs related to genetic diseases in newborns. It enhances the Advisory Committee on Heritable Disorders in Newborns and Children, improves newborn screening and follow-up services, and updates the Hunter Kelly research program. The bill also authorizes funding for newborn screening programs and activities, and establishes a clearinghouse for newborn screening information.

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History

Sep 10, 2025

House

Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Sep 10, 2025

House

Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

Sep 10, 2025

House

Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.