The Early Detection of Vision Impairments for Children Act would provide federal grants to states, territories, tribal organizations, and urban Indian organizations to develop programs that screen children for vision problems and connect them to eye care services. Eligible recipients would use the funding for activities like implementing vision screening in schools and medical settings, collecting data on children's eye health outcomes, improving access to care in rural and underserved areas, and raising public awareness about children's vision health. The bill also establishes a separate grant program through the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to provide technical assistance to these entities in developing screening systems, conducting research, and sharing best practices. The legislation authorizes $10 million annually for fiscal years 2026 through 2030—$5 million for direct grants to states and organizations, and $5 million for technical assistance activities—and requires annual reports to Congress on program outcomes and effectiveness.
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