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Support for Infants with Withdrawal Symptoms and FASD: New Care Rules

This act amends how infants born with substance use withdrawal symptoms or Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) are supported. It aims to improve coordinated care and support for these children and their families, focusing on safety and well-being after hospital discharge. The changes are designed to help families access necessary services like home visiting and support programs.
Key points
Mandates healthcare providers to notify child protective services about infants with withdrawal symptoms or FASD, but investigations are only initiated if a family assessment warrants it.
Requires the development of multi-disciplinary safe care plans for affected infants to ensure their safety and well-being after leaving healthcare providers' care.
Provides guidance and technical assistance to states for better implementation and monitoring of care plans, including disseminating best practices.
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Additional Information
To amend the Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act with respect to infants born with and identified as being affected by substance use or withdrawal symptoms, Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome, or Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, and for other purposes.
Print number: HR 879
Sponsor: Rep. Jayapal, Pramila [D-WA-7]
Process start date: 2021-02-05
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about Support for Infants with Withdrawal Symptoms and FASD: New Care Rules

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 879.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-02-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandates healthcare providers to notify child protective services about infants with withdrawal symptoms or FASD, but investigations are only initiated if a family assessment warrants it.
  • Requires the development of multi-disciplinary safe care plans for affected infants to ensure their safety and well-being after leaving healthcare providers' care.
  • Provides guidance and technical assistance to states for better implementation and monitoring of care plans, including disseminating best practices.

What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Jayapal, Pramila [D-WA-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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