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Grants for Early Vision Screening and Intervention Programs for Children.

This Act establishes grant programs for states, territories, and Tribal organizations to develop and implement comprehensive systems for early detection and intervention regarding children's vision and eye health. The goal is to ensure that children receive timely vision screenings, referrals, diagnosis, and treatment, thereby reducing health disparities and improving access to necessary eye care. The law authorizes $5 million annually for these efforts from 2025 through 2029.
Key points
Provides federal funding to states to establish coordinated statewide systems for children's vision screening and follow-up care.
Requires grant recipients to implement evidence-based screening practices and improve data collection on children's eye health outcomes.
Focuses on raising public awareness and reducing barriers to care for children in rural and underserved populations.
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Additional Information
Early Detection of Vision Impairments for Children Act of 2024
Print number: HR 8400
Sponsor: Rep. Veasey, Marc A. [D-TX-33]
Process start date: 2024-05-14