SB 3714, the Family-to-Family Reauthorization Act of 2026, would amend Title V of the Social Security Act to extend federal funding for family-to-family health information centers. These centers are intended to help families, particularly those raising children and youth with special health care needs, navigate health systems, understand coverage options, and connect with services and support. The bill is a reauthorization measure rather than a broad policy overhaul, and it updates the funding schedule for the program.
Specifically, the bill would provide a prorated extension of funding from January 31, 2026 through September 30, 2026, based on the fiscal year 2025 appropriation, and then authorize $6 million annually for each fiscal year from 2027 through 2030. The measure amends the Social Security Act’s existing family-to-family health information center funding provision, ensuring continued federal support for the program beyond the prior expiration or short-term extension.
Impact
The bill would directly amend section 501(c)(1)(A) of the Social Security Act, changing the federal funding authority for family-to-family health information centers. Its practical effect is to keep the program operating without interruption and to establish a multi-year funding path through fiscal year 2030. Because the bill concerns federal appropriations authority under Title V, it would affect the organizations that operate these centers and the families who rely on them for care navigation and information, but it would not create a new entitlement or broadly alter state law.
Sentiment
The available context suggests generally supportive sentiment. The bill was introduced by Senators Hassan and Scott, indicating bipartisan sponsorship, and it was referred to the Senate Finance Committee without any recorded opposition, votes, or adverse committee action in the provided materials. The measure appears to be a routine reauthorization of a widely used support program, which typically attracts favorable treatment when funding is nearing expiration.
Contention
No specific points of contention are documented in the provided transcript or voting history. Potential areas of debate, if any were to arise, would likely concern the level of funding, the duration of the authorization, and whether the program should continue at the proposed annual amount of $6 million. However, the available record does not show any named opponents or substantive objections.