Healthy Start Reauthorization Act of 2005

H.R. 3131, the Healthy Start Reauthorization Act of 2005, seeks to update and continue federal funding for the Healthy Start Initiative, a program dedicated to reducing infant mortality and improving health outcomes for mothers and babies in high-risk communities. The bill directs the Department of Health and Human Services to prioritize grant applicants who address specific risk factors like low birth weight and those who provide comprehensive, community-based healthcare for women. By streamlining how these grants are awarded, the legislation aims to ensure that resources are focused on direct service delivery and integrated medical care to help more infants reach their first birthday.