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Maternal and Infant Syphilis Prevention Act

USA119th CongressS-2004| Senate 
| Updated: 6/10/2025
Martin Heinrich

Martin Heinrich

Democratic Senator

New Mexico

Cosponsors (1)
Roger F. Wicker (Republican)

Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This legislation requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services to develop and issue comprehensive guidance within 12 months of its enactment. This guidance will focus on establishing best practices for the screening and treatment of congenital syphilis , specifically targeting State Medicaid programs, State Children's Health Insurance Programs (CHIPs), and various Indian health programs. The primary goal is to address the alarming rise in congenital syphilis cases by improving preventative and treatment measures. The guidance will cover several critical areas, including expanding access to syphilis screening for pregnant women and infants, educating both medical professionals and expectant mothers, and integrating telehealth services for improved care delivery. It will also emphasize strategies for increasing syphilis testing during the third trimester and at delivery, which are crucial for early detection and intervention. Furthermore, the bill mandates a report to Congress within two years, analyzing the implementation and effectiveness of these recommended best practices.
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Bill from Previous Congress

S 118-5203
Maternal and Infant Syphilis Prevention Act
Jun 10, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

HR 119-3866
Introduced in House
Jun 10, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Jun 10, 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    S 118-5203
    Maternal and Infant Syphilis Prevention Act


  • June 10, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HR 119-3866
    Introduced in House


  • June 10, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • June 10, 2025
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.

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Related Bills

  • HR 119-3866: Maternal and Infant Syphilis Prevention Act

Maternal and Infant Syphilis Prevention Act

USA119th CongressS-2004| Senate 
| Updated: 6/10/2025
This legislation requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services to develop and issue comprehensive guidance within 12 months of its enactment. This guidance will focus on establishing best practices for the screening and treatment of congenital syphilis , specifically targeting State Medicaid programs, State Children's Health Insurance Programs (CHIPs), and various Indian health programs. The primary goal is to address the alarming rise in congenital syphilis cases by improving preventative and treatment measures. The guidance will cover several critical areas, including expanding access to syphilis screening for pregnant women and infants, educating both medical professionals and expectant mothers, and integrating telehealth services for improved care delivery. It will also emphasize strategies for increasing syphilis testing during the third trimester and at delivery, which are crucial for early detection and intervention. Furthermore, the bill mandates a report to Congress within two years, analyzing the implementation and effectiveness of these recommended best practices.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

S 118-5203
Maternal and Infant Syphilis Prevention Act
Jun 10, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

HR 119-3866
Introduced in House
Jun 10, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Jun 10, 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    S 118-5203
    Maternal and Infant Syphilis Prevention Act


  • June 10, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HR 119-3866
    Introduced in House


  • June 10, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • June 10, 2025
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Martin Heinrich

Martin Heinrich

Democratic Senator

New Mexico

Cosponsors (1)
Roger F. Wicker (Republican)

Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee

Health

Related Bills

  • HR 119-3866: Maternal and Infant Syphilis Prevention Act
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted