PrEP Assistance Program Act

# PrEP Assistance Program Act (HR 7385) - Plain Language Summary **What the Bill Does:** This bill would establish a federal assistance program to help people access PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis), a medication that prevents HIV infection when taken regularly. The legislation aims to make PrEP more affordable and accessible by providing financial support to individuals who need the medication but cannot afford it or lack adequate insurance coverage. **Who It Affects:** The bill would primarily benefit people at higher risk of HIV infection—including gay and bisexual men, transgender individuals, and others at elevated risk—who struggle with the cost of PrEP medication. It could also help close gaps in access for uninsured and underinsured Americans.

Healthcare providers and clinics offering PrEP would also be affected through the program's implementation. **Current Status:** As of now, HR 7385 remains in committee, meaning it has not yet advanced to a full vote in the House of Representatives. The bill was introduced by Representative Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ) and has not passed into law.