SHINE for Autumn Act of 2025
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To President
- Became Law
Overview
This bill, the SHINE for Autumn Act, aims to improve research and data collection related to stillbirths. It will provide grants to states for surveillance, data collection, and assessing risk factors, while also establishing guidelines for data collection and creating public awareness materials. The bill also mandates the creation of a report with educational guidelines on stillbirths and their risk factors.
Key provisions
- Grants to states for stillbirth surveillance and data collection.
- Requirements for de-identified data collection to protect patient privacy.
- Guidelines for state departments of health on data collection and reporting standardization.
- Development and public availability of educational materials on stillbirths.
- Consultation with a wide range of experts and individuals affected by stillbirth.
- Requirement for the Department of Health and Human Services to publish a report on stillbirth guidelines.
- Authorization of appropriations for grants and educational materials.
Who is affected
- Pregnant women
- Healthcare providers (obstetricians, gynecologists, pediatricians, etc.)
- State and local public health agencies
- Families experiencing stillbirth
- Researchers and statisticians
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