Bills · HR 5488
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 5488Native Americans
Special Diabetes Program for Indians Reauthorization Act of 2025
INTRO SEP 18· LAST ACTION SEP 18
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because diabetes is a serious and widespread health challenge, particularly within American Indian communities, where rates are disproportionately high. The Special Diabetes Program for Indians provides critical, culturally relevant health services aimed at preventing diabetes, managing its effects, and improving overall health outcomes in these populations.
If this bill becomes law, these vital programs will continue to receive dedicated funding for another five years, helping to address health disparities and prevent serious complications from diabetes. If it does not become law, the program's funding would expire after fiscal year 2025, potentially leading to a loss of essential services, a decline in health outcomes, and a widening of existing health gaps for American Indians.
KEY PROVISIONS
2AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Extends funding for the Special Diabetes Program for Indians for five additional fiscal years beyond its current expiration.
This ensures the continuity of essential health services for a population with high rates of diabetes.
PROVISION 02
Authorizes $160 million annually for the program for each of fiscal years 2026 through 2030.
This specifies the exact financial commitment to support diabetes care and prevention efforts.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 6
D· California
YRS IN OFFICE
13
BILLS LED
35
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 67%
DEM 4 REP 2 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSSEP 18
Introduced in House
SEP 18
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 5488
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedSep 18, 2025
Last actionSep 18, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ENERGY AND COMMERCE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED SEP 18, 2025
House BillHR 5488Native Americans
Special Diabetes Program for Indians Reauthorization Act of 2025
INTRODUCED SEP 18, 2025· LAST ACTION SEP 18, 2025
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