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Reauthorization of SOAR Health and Wellness Training Program until 2029

This bill reauthorizes the Stop, Observe, Ask, and Respond to Health and Wellness Training Program (SOAR) until fiscal year 2029. This program is crucial for training professionals to identify and respond to health and wellness issues, potentially improving public health services. The legislation also rescinds $20 million from the Department of Health and Human Services' Nonrecurring Expenses Fund.
Key points
The SOAR training program, which supports health and wellness initiatives, is extended for fiscal years 2025 through 2029, ensuring continued professional training.
A total of $20 million is rescinded from the Department of Health and Human Services' Nonrecurring Expenses Fund, representing a shift in public funding.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_5541
Sponsor: Sen. Schmitt, Eric [R-MO]
Process start date: 2024-12-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize the Stop, Observe, Ask, and Respond to Health and Wellness Training Program.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_5541.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-12-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The SOAR training program, which supports health and wellness initiatives, is extended for fiscal years 2025 through 2029, ensuring continued professional training.
  • A total of $20 million is rescinded from the Department of Health and Human Services' Nonrecurring Expenses Fund, representing a shift in public funding.
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 Sen. Schmitt, Eric [R-MO].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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