A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize the WISEWOMAN program.

# Summary of S 3944: WISEWOMAN Program Reauthorization **What the Bill Does:** This bill would reauthorize the WISEWOMAN program, a federal health initiative run by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). WISEWOMAN stands for "Well-Integrated Screening and Evaluation for Women Across the Nation." The program provides free or low-cost screening services for chronic disease risk factors—such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes—primarily targeting uninsured and underinsured women. By reauthorizing the program, Congress would extend its federal funding and continue its operations. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily benefits women who lack adequate health insurance coverage, as it provides them access to preventive health screenings that might otherwise be unaffordable. The program operates in multiple states and serves as an important resource for early disease detection, particularly for low-income women.

Healthcare providers and state health departments that administer the program would also be affected. **Current Status:** As of now, S 3944 is in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate. The bill was introduced by Senator Angela Alsobrooks (D-MD). For it to become law, it must be approved by the committee, pass the full Senate, be approved by the House, and be signed by the President.