This legislation, known as the "Stand Strong Falls Prevention Act," aims to significantly enhance falls prevention efforts by amending the Older Americans Act of 1965. It establishes an **Advisory Committee on Falls Prevention** within the Administration on Aging, charged with developing and maintaining an integrated national plan to reduce falls and related injuries. The committee will also advise the Assistant Secretary on coordinating falls prevention research and services across various federal agencies, while assessing the overall progress of the United States in this critical area. The Advisory Committee will comprise a diverse group of federal representatives and non-federal experts, including consumer advocates, healthcare providers, researchers, and caregivers. Its initial duties include evaluating existing federally funded programs, recommending pilot or demonstration programs for **Medicare coverage of basic home modifications** and evidence-based falls prevention services, and suggesting improvements for public education campaigns. Furthermore, the bill mandates regular reports from the Assistant Secretary to Congress, detailing evaluations of federal programs, assessments of national progress, and recommendations for reducing the financial impact of falls on federal programs and improving health outcomes. Funding is authorized for fiscal years 2026 through 2030 to support these vital falls prevention activities.