After a week of negotiations, Congress has passed a short-term funding bill to extend federal government funding through March 14, 2025. The bill, known as a continuing resolution (CR), maintains funding at FY24 levels and allows more time for negotiations on funding for FY25. The legislation also includes provisions for disaster relief and short-term health-related extensions, such as for community health centers and telehealth services.
While an earlier bipartisan budget deal included reauthorizations for public health programs like Maternal Mortality Review Committees and sickle cell disease programs, it was not brought to a vote. The Association of Maternal & Child Health Programs (AMCHP) is actively working with partners and Congressional champions to secure robust funding for maternal and child health programs in FY25, aiming for $1 billion for the Title V Maternal & Child Health Block Grant.
For more information and to get involved in AMCHP’s appropriations efforts, reach out to Sherie Lou Santos, Chief of Policy and Government Affairs. Stay informed on the latest developments and support efforts to ensure funding for critical maternal and child health programs.
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