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Maternal and Infant Syphilis Prevention: Improved Screening and Treatment

This act aims to improve maternal and child health by increasing access to syphilis screening and treatment through Medicaid and CHIP programs. It seeks to prevent severe health issues in newborns, such as developmental defects or death, by early detection and treatment of the disease in pregnant women.
Key points
Increased access to syphilis screening for pregnant women and infants under Medicaid and CHIP programs.
Improved guidelines for medical professionals on syphilis testing and treatment, including during the third trimester and at delivery.
Greater awareness and education about syphilis among pregnant women and medical staff.
Utilization of telehealth to facilitate access to services and information, including in multiple languages.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_2004
Sponsor: Sen. Heinrich, Martin [D-NM]
Process start date: 2025-06-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Maternal and Infant Syphilis Prevention Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_2004.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-06-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased access to syphilis screening for pregnant women and infants under Medicaid and CHIP programs.
  • Improved guidelines for medical professionals on syphilis testing and treatment, including during the third trimester and at delivery.
  • Greater awareness and education about syphilis among pregnant women and medical staff.
  • Utilization of telehealth to facilitate access to services and information, including in multiple languages.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Heinrich, Martin [D-NM].

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 2025-12-23.

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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