Bills · S 830
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 830Health
Lifespan Respite Care Reauthorization Act of 2025
INTRO MAR 4· LAST ACTION MAR 4
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it ensures that a vital support system for millions of family caregivers can continue to operate. Caring for a loved one with ongoing needs is incredibly demanding, often leading to stress, financial strain, and burnout. Respite care offers temporary relief, allowing caregivers to rest, attend to their own needs, or handle other responsibilities, which is crucial for their well-being and their ability to sustain their caregiving role.
If this bill becomes law, the Lifespan Respite Care Program will continue to be authorized for federal funding for another six years, and its services could become accessible to a wider range of caregivers, including younger individuals. If it doesn't pass, the program's authorization for funding would expire at the end of fiscal year 2024, potentially jeopardizing the availability of respite care services that many families rely on.
KEY PROVISIONS
3AI-extractedPROVISION 01
The bill officially reauthorizes the Lifespan Respite Care Program.
This ensures the program has the legal basis to continue its operations beyond its previous authorization.
PROVISION 02
It extends the period for which the program is authorized to receive funding from fiscal years 2020-2024 to fiscal years 2025-2030.
This provides a six-year extension of potential federal financial support for respite care services.
PROVISION 03
The definition of a 'family caregiver' is changed from 'unpaid adult' to 'unpaid individual'.
This expands the eligibility for the program's recognition and potential benefits to include younger caregivers.
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSMAR 4
Introduced in Senate
MAR 4
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S1498)
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 830
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMar 4, 2025
Last actionMar 4, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · HEALTH, EDUCATION, LABOR, AND PENSIONS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAR 4, 2025
Senate BillS 830Health
Lifespan Respite Care Reauthorization Act of 2025
INTRODUCED MAR 4, 2025· LAST ACTION MAR 4, 2025
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READING
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