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US HB7385
Bill
Status
2/4/2026
Primary Sponsor
Bonnie Coleman
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AI Summary
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Directs the CDC to establish a grant program within 1 year to fund PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) programs for HIV prevention, with individual grants capped at $10,000,000 and $400,000,000 authorized annually for fiscal years 2027-2031
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Eligible grant recipients include states, local governments, Indian Tribal governments, federally qualified health centers, rural health clinics, community-based organizations, and hospital or university-based clinics
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Grant funds may cover PrEP medications, clinic and lab fees, office visits including telehealth, STD testing, counseling, case management, transportation, mental health services, and outreach activities
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Requires HHS to establish a separate reimbursement program for uninsured individuals, including a "PrEP Pass" card to access HIV prevention services at no cost from registered providers
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Grantees must contribute a 10% match (waivable for certain health centers and clinics), and Indian Tribal governments are exempt from matching requirements
Legislative Description
PrEP Assistance Program Act
Health
Last Action
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
2/4/2026