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S. 139

Senate

FASD Respect Act

Sponsor: Sen. Lisa Murkowski (R-AK)

Introduced

The bill has been introduced and is awaiting committee action.

In brief

This bill reauthorizes and modifies Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) research and educational programs focused on fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD). It establishes FASD Centers for Excellence to manage public awareness campaigns, diagnostic screenings, and training services for state and local organizations. These provisions apply nationwide to healthcare providers and community members involved in FASD prevention and treatment. Current status is a referral to a committee after being introduced by Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK).

Timeline

Every recorded action, oldest first.

  1. July 26, 2025 · Senate

    Introduced

    Authorizes grants and creates a center of excellence for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders prevention and treatment.

    Next: Referred to the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.

    Source
  2. July 26, 2026 · Senate

    Introduced

    This bill funds programs to address Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders. It entered the most viewed list in late July 2026.

    Next: Referred to the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.

    Source