Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Health
Why This Matters
The Kidd's Stuttering Act focuses on improving the detection and treatment of stuttering in young children by requiring screenings and speech therapy coverage. This is important for helping children develop better communication skills early on.
If you have a young child who stutters, they will have better access to necessary speech therapy services.
Who this affects
Children aged 2 to 6 · Families
What changes is this bill making?
1This bill requires screening for stuttering in young children during health visits.
2It mandates that Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program cover speech therapy for stuttering.
3The bill includes speech therapy services delivered through telehealth options.
4It aims to improve early detection and treatment of childhood fluency disorders.
5Changes will take effect starting in 2026 and 2027.
