Special Diabetes Program for Indians Reauthorization Act of 2025

# Special Diabetes Program for Indians Reauthorization Act of 2025 **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would reauthorize and extend the Special Diabetes Program for Indians (SDPI), a federal program that provides funding to Native American tribes and tribal organizations to prevent and treat diabetes. If passed, it would continue federal support for diabetes prevention services, treatment programs, and health education specifically designed for American Indian and Alaska Native communities, who experience diabetes at significantly higher rates than the general U.S. population. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions** The bill primarily affects Native American and Alaska Native communities, tribal health programs, and the Indian Health Service.

While specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, SDPI typically funds activities like community health education, screening programs, and disease management initiatives tailored to tribal populations. The reauthorization would ensure these programs can continue operating and receiving federal funding. **Current Status** As of now, HR 5488 is in committee, meaning it's under review and hasn't yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was introduced by Representative Raul Ruiz (D-CA) in the 119th Congress.