This bill reauthorizes a federal program that provides funding for residential treatment facilities serving pregnant and postpartum women struggling with substance use disorders. The legislation increases annual funding for the program from roughly $30 million to approximately $39 million per year and extends the program's authorization through fiscal year 2028. The bill also requires treatment programs to develop plans describing how they will reach and serve women disproportionately affected by maternal substance use, ensuring better targeted outreach to vulnerable populations. The changes are supported by a bipartisan group of senators and make minor technical updates to how the program operates. This funding supports critical addiction treatment services for one of the most vulnerable maternal populations, helping ensure pregnant and postpartum women can access the residential care they need.
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