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HEADs UP Act of 2025

USA119th CongressHR-3409| House 
| Updated: 5/14/2025
Seth Moulton

Seth Moulton

Democratic Representative

Massachusetts

Cosponsors (14)
Chrissy Houlahan (Democratic)Debbie Dingell (Democratic)Paul Tonko (Democratic)Thomas R. Suozzi (Democratic)Joseph D. Morelle (Democratic)Raja Krishnamoorthi (Democratic)Eleanor Holmes Norton (Democratic)Timothy M. Kennedy (Democratic)Julia Brownley (Democratic)Cleo Fields (Democratic)Sarah McBride (Democratic)Brian K. Fitzpatrick (Republican)Josh Gottheimer (Democratic)Chellie Pingree (Democratic)

Energy and Commerce Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This legislation amends the Public Health Service Act to significantly expand and improve healthcare services for individuals with developmental disabilities. It redefines them as a "special medically underserved population," enabling health centers and the National Health Service Corps to specifically target and serve their needs. The bill authorizes the Secretary to award grants to existing health centers, allowing them to establish or operate new delivery sites that provide comprehensive primary health services, including specialized dental care, tailored for this population. A key requirement for grant recipients is the provision of specialized treatment, ensuring appropriate care. To support these expanded services, the bill authorizes an appropriation of $15,000,000 annually for fiscal years 2026 through 2030, ensuring dedicated funding. These funds are intended to supplement, not replace, existing healthcare expenditures for this group. Furthermore, the legislation includes individuals with developmental disabilities in the criteria used to designate Health Professional Shortage Areas , aiming to increase the availability of healthcare professionals equipped to serve them.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-2417
HEADs UP Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-6075
HEADs UP Act of 2021

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-3380
HEADs UP Act of 2023
May 14, 2025
Introduced in House
May 14, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-2417
    HEADs UP Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-6075
    HEADs UP Act of 2021


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-3380
    HEADs UP Act of 2023


  • May 14, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • May 14, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Health

HEADs UP Act of 2025

USA119th CongressHR-3409| House 
| Updated: 5/14/2025
This legislation amends the Public Health Service Act to significantly expand and improve healthcare services for individuals with developmental disabilities. It redefines them as a "special medically underserved population," enabling health centers and the National Health Service Corps to specifically target and serve their needs. The bill authorizes the Secretary to award grants to existing health centers, allowing them to establish or operate new delivery sites that provide comprehensive primary health services, including specialized dental care, tailored for this population. A key requirement for grant recipients is the provision of specialized treatment, ensuring appropriate care. To support these expanded services, the bill authorizes an appropriation of $15,000,000 annually for fiscal years 2026 through 2030, ensuring dedicated funding. These funds are intended to supplement, not replace, existing healthcare expenditures for this group. Furthermore, the legislation includes individuals with developmental disabilities in the criteria used to designate Health Professional Shortage Areas , aiming to increase the availability of healthcare professionals equipped to serve them.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-2417
HEADs UP Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-6075
HEADs UP Act of 2021

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-3380
HEADs UP Act of 2023
May 14, 2025
Introduced in House
May 14, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-2417
    HEADs UP Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-6075
    HEADs UP Act of 2021


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-3380
    HEADs UP Act of 2023


  • May 14, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • May 14, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Seth Moulton

Seth Moulton

Democratic Representative

Massachusetts

Cosponsors (14)
Chrissy Houlahan (Democratic)Debbie Dingell (Democratic)Paul Tonko (Democratic)Thomas R. Suozzi (Democratic)Joseph D. Morelle (Democratic)Raja Krishnamoorthi (Democratic)Eleanor Holmes Norton (Democratic)Timothy M. Kennedy (Democratic)Julia Brownley (Democratic)Cleo Fields (Democratic)Sarah McBride (Democratic)Brian K. Fitzpatrick (Republican)Josh Gottheimer (Democratic)Chellie Pingree (Democratic)

Energy and Commerce Committee

Health

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted