Kid PROOF Act of 2025
- Bill Number
- H.R. 6396
- Origin Chamber
- House
- Congress
- 119th Congress, Session 1
- Policy Area
- Health
- Status
- Introduced
- Latest Action
- 2025-12-03: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- Last Updated
- 2026-06-23T08:05:54Z
AI-Generated Summary
Purpose
The Kid PROOF Act of 2025 aims to expand federal support for preventing substance abuse-related overdoses and suicides among children, adolescents, and young adults by amending the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act. It authorizes grants to fund targeted interventions, including counseling and supplies for parents or guardians, to reduce these risks.
Key Provisions
- Expanded Grant Focus: Grants under Section 7102(c) of the SUPPORT Act now explicitly include suicide prevention alongside substance use disorder (SUD) treatment for children, adolescents, and young adults.
- Eligible Recipients: Broadens the list of eligible entities to include pediatric health care agencies, sites, facilities, nonprofit providers specializing in pediatrics and family medicine, child and adolescent mental health specialists, children's hospitals, hospital emergency departments, and facilities operated by or under contract with the Indian Health Service.
- Authorized Interventions: Allows grants to fund, with parental or guardian consent for minors:
- Counseling for parents or guardians on best practices to prevent overdoses and suicides.
- Provision of supplies to prevent misuse of common lethal means in overdoses or suicides (e.g., secure storage tools for medications or other hazards).
- Funding Authorization: Reauthorizes appropriations for fiscal years 2026 through 2030. Requires at least $2,000,000 annually to be allocated specifically for grants supporting treatment services under the expanded provisions.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
- Inclusion of Suicide Prevention: Adds "suicide" to the grant program's title and scope, which previously focused primarily on SUD treatment for children and adolescents.
- New Eligible Entities: Expands beyond traditional SUD providers to include pediatric, mental health, and emergency care specialists, as well as Indian Health Service programs, to better address youth-specific needs.
- Intervention Options: Introduces new grant uses for family-focused prevention (e.g., counseling and supplies), which were not previously specified; these apply especially to pediatric entities and tribal organizations.
- Funding Adjustments: Shifts the authorization period forward (from 2019–2023 to 2026–2030) and mandates a minimum allocation for core treatment grants, ensuring sustained and targeted funding.
Potential Impacts
- On Government Agencies: The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (via the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) will oversee expanded grant distribution, potentially increasing administrative workload for application reviews and compliance monitoring, especially for tribal and pediatric programs.
- On Citizens: Children, adolescents, and young adults (particularly in underserved or tribal communities) may gain better access to preventive counseling, supplies, and treatment, potentially lowering overdose and suicide rates. Parents and guardians benefit from educational resources and tools to safeguard their children.
- On International Relations: Minimal direct impact, though it could indirectly support U.S. public health goals in global discussions on youth mental health and substance abuse.
Main Stakeholders Affected
- Youth and Families: Primary beneficiaries, including children, adolescents, young adults at risk of overdose or suicide, and their parents or legal guardians who receive counseling and supplies.
- Health Care Providers: Pediatricians, mental health specialists, children's hospitals, emergency departments, nonprofits, and Indian Health Service facilities eligible for new grants.
- Tribal Communities: Indian tribes and tribal organizations gain explicit inclusion for culturally appropriate interventions.
- Federal and State Agencies: Administrators of the SUPPORT Act grants, such as SAMHSA, and state health departments involved in implementation.
- Advocacy Groups: Organizations focused on youth mental health, SUD prevention, and suicide awareness may influence or apply for funding.
Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications
- Legal: Emphasizes parental consent for minors, aligning with privacy laws like HIPAA and child welfare protections (e.g., under the Indian Child Welfare Act for tribal entities), but requires careful implementation to avoid consent-related disputes.
- Constitutional: No direct challenges; supports the federal government's role in public health under the Spending Clause, promoting interstate commerce in health services without infringing on state authority over family matters.
- Political: Bipartisan sponsorship (e.g., by Rep. James and others) signals broad support for youth-focused public health amid rising overdose and suicide rates post-pandemic. The reauthorization and minimum funding allocation could encourage future expansions but may face debates over budget priorities in a constrained fiscal environment.
This summary was generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Refer to the official source document for the authoritative text.
Sponsor
Cosponsors (6)
Rep. Dingell, Debbie [D-MI-6], Rep. Salazar, Maria Elvira [R-FL-27], Rep. Craig, Angie [D-MN-2], Rep. Lawler, Michael [R-NY-17], Rep. Hayes, Jahana [D-CT-5], Rep. Ciscomani, Juan [R-AZ-6]
Recent Actions
- 2025-12-03: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 2025-12-03: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 2025-12-03: Introduced in House
- 2025-12-03: Introduced in House
Bill Versions
- Kid Providing Resources for Optimal Outcomes against Fatalities Act of 2025 — issued 2025-12-03 — PDF (4 pages)