H.R.2527 - Early Detection of Vision Impairments for Children Act of 2025 (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R.2527, the Early Detection of Vision Impairments for Children Act of 2025, aims to improve children's vision and eye health through grants to states, territories, and tribal organizations. It amends the Public Health Service Act to establish statewide early detection and intervention programs. The bill authorizes appropriations of $5,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2026 through 2030 to carry out the provisions of the act.
Expected Effects
The bill will likely lead to increased funding for early vision detection programs for children. This will likely result in earlier identification and treatment of vision problems. It also promotes data collection and collaboration among various stakeholders to improve eye health outcomes.
Potential Benefits
- Early detection of vision impairments in children.
- Improved access to eye care for underserved populations.
- Development of integrated data collection systems for children's vision health.
- Increased public awareness of children's vision and eye health.
- Establishment of coordinated public health systems for vision care.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential for bureaucratic inefficiencies in grant distribution and program implementation.
- Possible challenges in coordinating efforts across different state and tribal organizations.
- The bill relies on future appropriations, which are not guaranteed.
- There may be difficulties in ensuring uniform guidelines across different jurisdictions.
- The evaluation and reporting requirements could create an administrative burden.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill aligns with the General Welfare Clause (Article I, Section 8) of the Constitution, which allows Congress to provide for the health and well-being of the population. It also aligns with the spirit of promoting a healthy and productive citizenry. The focus on grants to states and tribal organizations respects the principles of federalism.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).