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Maternal and Infant Syphilis Prevention Act

USA119th CongressHR-3866| House 
| Updated: 6/10/2025
Juan Ciscomani

Juan Ciscomani

Republican Representative

Arizona

Cosponsors (4)
Jefferson Van Drew (Republican)Melanie A. Stansbury (Democratic)Joe Neguse (Democratic)Veronica Escobar (Democratic)

Energy and Commerce Committee, Natural Resources Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
The Maternal and Infant Syphilis Prevention Act requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services to develop and disseminate guidance on best practices for addressing congenital syphilis. This guidance is intended for State Medicaid programs, State Children's Health Insurance Programs (CHIPs), and various Indian health programs, including the Indian Health Service, Indian Tribes, and Urban Indian organizations. The core purpose of this guidance is to improve access to and the effectiveness of syphilis screening and treatment for pregnant women and infants. Key areas of focus include expanding syphilis screening, educating medical professionals and pregnant women, and integrating telehealth services for better access and training. The guidance will also emphasize increasing syphilis testing during the third trimester and at delivery , which are critical periods for early detection and prevention of adverse health outcomes. Ultimately, the bill aims to improve overall treatment for both syphilis and congenital syphilis, leveraging existing authorities and waivers under Medicaid and CHIP. Within two years of enactment, the Secretary must submit a report to Congress, which will also be made publicly available, analyzing the implementation of these recommended best practices.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-8839
Maternal and Infant Syphilis Prevention Act
Jun 10, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-2004
Introduced in Senate
Jun 10, 2025
Introduced in House
Jun 10, 2025
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-8839
    Maternal and Infant Syphilis Prevention Act


  • June 10, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-2004
    Introduced in Senate


  • June 10, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • June 10, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

Health

Related Bills

  • S 119-2004: Maternal and Infant Syphilis Prevention Act

Maternal and Infant Syphilis Prevention Act

USA119th CongressHR-3866| House 
| Updated: 6/10/2025
The Maternal and Infant Syphilis Prevention Act requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services to develop and disseminate guidance on best practices for addressing congenital syphilis. This guidance is intended for State Medicaid programs, State Children's Health Insurance Programs (CHIPs), and various Indian health programs, including the Indian Health Service, Indian Tribes, and Urban Indian organizations. The core purpose of this guidance is to improve access to and the effectiveness of syphilis screening and treatment for pregnant women and infants. Key areas of focus include expanding syphilis screening, educating medical professionals and pregnant women, and integrating telehealth services for better access and training. The guidance will also emphasize increasing syphilis testing during the third trimester and at delivery , which are critical periods for early detection and prevention of adverse health outcomes. Ultimately, the bill aims to improve overall treatment for both syphilis and congenital syphilis, leveraging existing authorities and waivers under Medicaid and CHIP. Within two years of enactment, the Secretary must submit a report to Congress, which will also be made publicly available, analyzing the implementation of these recommended best practices.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-8839
Maternal and Infant Syphilis Prevention Act
Jun 10, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-2004
Introduced in Senate
Jun 10, 2025
Introduced in House
Jun 10, 2025
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-8839
    Maternal and Infant Syphilis Prevention Act


  • June 10, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-2004
    Introduced in Senate


  • June 10, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • June 10, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Juan Ciscomani

Juan Ciscomani

Republican Representative

Arizona

Cosponsors (4)
Jefferson Van Drew (Republican)Melanie A. Stansbury (Democratic)Joe Neguse (Democratic)Veronica Escobar (Democratic)

Energy and Commerce Committee, Natural Resources Committee

Health

Related Bills

  • S 119-2004: Maternal and Infant Syphilis Prevention Act
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted