Kidd’s Stuttering Act
A bill to amend titles XI, XIX, and XXI of the Social Security Act with respect to screening for childhood-onset fluency disorders, and to require coverage of certain speech therapy services under Medicaid and CHIP.
This bill, SB5172, proposes changes to certain sections of the Social Security Act to improve support for children with fluency disorders. It aims to make sure children are screened for these disorders and that necessary speech therapy services are covered by Medicaid and CHIP. Fluency disorders, such as stuttering, can affect a child's ability to communicate effectively.
The bill would affect children with fluency disorders and their families, ensuring they have access to the screenings and therapy services they need. By requiring coverage of certain speech therapy services under Medicaid and CHIP, the bill hopes to make treatment more accessible and affordable for low-income families.
As of the last update on July 29, 2026, the bill has just been introduced and referred to the Committee on Finance. This means it is still in the early stages of the legislative process, and further actions are pending. The committee will review the bill, possibly hold hearings, and decide whether to move it forward for a vote.
