Surge to Save Newborns Act
Latest action (24 Sep 2026): Introduced
What this bill does
The Surge to Save Newborns Act, introduced in the House of Representatives, proposes to establish a new grant program for states. This program would aim to help states implement newborn screening for conditions recommended by the Secretary of Health and Human Services. States would apply for these grants, detailing how they plan to use the funds for this purpose.
If enacted, the bill would affect state health departments or their designees. The Secretary of Health and Human Services would be responsible for establishing the grant program and overseeing its implementation. Additionally, the Secretary would be required to report annually to Congress from fiscal year 2027 through 2031, detailing state progress in screening implementation and the effectiveness of the grants. The bill appropriates $35 million annually for fiscal years 2027 through 2031 for these grants.
This bill has just been introduced and referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. As an introduced bill, it has not yet been voted on by either the House or the Senate, and it would need to pass both chambers and be signed by the President to become law.
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Official summary
This bill is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on September 24, 2026. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 10571 do?
- The Surge to Save Newborns Act, introduced in the House of Representatives, proposes to establish a new grant program for states. This program would aim to help states implement newborn screening for conditions recommended by the Secretary of Health and Human Services. States would apply for these grants, detailing how they plan to use the funds for this purpose. If enacted, the bill would affect state health departments or their designees. The Secretary of Health and Human Services would be responsible for establishing the grant program and overseeing its implementation. Additionally, the Secretary would be required to report annually to Congress from fiscal year 2027 through 2031, detailing state progress in screening implementation and the effectiveness of the grants. The bill appropriates $35 million annually for fiscal years 2027 through 2031 for these grants. This bill has just been introduced and referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. As an introduced bill, it has not yet been voted on by either the House or the Senate, and it would need to pass both chambers and be signed by the President to become law.
- Has H.R. 10571 become law?
- Not yet. As of 24 Sep 2026, H.R. 10571 is introduced.
- Who sponsored H.R. 10571?
- H.R. 10571 was sponsored by Rep. Nicholas Langworthy [R-NY23] (Republican-NY), with 13 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 10571?
- Introduced (24 Sep 2026).
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