The Lifespan Respite Care Reauthorization Act of 2025 extends federal funding for respite care programs, which provide temporary relief for family members caring for children, adults, and elderly relatives with disabilities or chronic illnesses. The bill broadens the definition of "family caregiver" to include unpaid individuals of any age—not just unpaid adults—making more people eligible to receive respite care services. Funding for the program is reauthorized through fiscal year 2030, replacing the previous authorization that expired after fiscal year 2024. This legislation directly benefits family caregivers and people with disabilities or long-term care needs by ensuring continued access to these support services. The bill was introduced by Senators Susan Collins and Tammy Baldwin and referred to the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions for consideration.
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