November 26th, 2025 It has been over two months since the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Reauthorization Act of 2025 (H.R. 2483), which includes authorization of the FASD Respect Act, passed both chambers of Congress. Yesterday, on November 25th, this bill was presented to the President, marking its final hurdle Read more
If you were not able to attend this week’s Monthly Policy Forum, you can check out the recording and slides below. Reach out to [email protected] with any questions or if you need support in your state! Thank You Email Template Dear [Staff’s Name], Thank you for taking the time to Read more
Two short days after over 100 advocates visited Capitol Hill during National FASD Impact Week, the United States Congress passed the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Reauthorization Act of 2025 (H.R. 2483), which includes authorization of the FASD Respect Act. This marks the most significant federal recognition of fetal alcohol Read more
With nationwide support from advocates, the SUPPORT Act, with the FASD Respect Act language included in it, passed the House on June 4th, 2025. The FASD community demonstrated its political will with strong, visible support. This is a major victory! Now that the bill has passed the House, we move on to the Senate. While we don’t Read more
May 22, 2025 FASD United is proud to stand in solidarity with 270 other national, state, and local organizations in signing the May 13, 2025, letter addressed to leadership of the Senate and House Appropriations Committees, Subcommittees on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies. This joint statement Read more
The House Budget Committee has advanced President Trump’s legislative priority bill by a narrow 17-16 vote, moving the bill onto the House Rules Committee. This list of priorities calls for a drastic reduction in Medicaid spending to offset tax cuts, potentially impacting those most in need of medical support. Let’s Read more
FASD Respect Act Language Moves to House Floor April 29, 2025 The SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Reauthorization Act of 2025 passed through the House Energy and Commerce Committee this morning after debate surrounding funding cuts within the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Passage through the House Energy Read more
House Energy and Commerce Chairman Brett Guthrie (KY-02) has announced the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Reauthorization Act of 2025 (HR.2483) will be considered tomorrow, April 29th, in front of the full committee. In total, six bills will be marked up starting at 10:00 am Eastern, and the hearing will Read more
(4/8/25) UPDATE: The House Energy and Commerce Committee adjourned for the day before considering the SUPPORT Act and will reconvene at a later date. Updates will be provided once the Committee calendar is announced. (4/2/25) UPDATE: Markup has been postponed due to cancellation of scheduled House votes. Committee will meet Read more
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