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S. 139: FASD Respect Act

United States · 119 · In committee

Introduced January 16, 2025

Latest action, January 16, 2025: Introduced in Senate

Official summary

Advancing FASD Research, Services and Prevention Act or the FASD Respect Act This bill reauthorizes and modifies programs that are administered by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to address fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD), including educational and research programs. The bill also establishes FASD Centers for Excellence to support FASD prevention, such as through screenings, public awareness campaigns, and trainings, particularly at the state and local levels.

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