Protect RAIL Act

House Bill

H.R. 4092

119th Congress

Protect RAIL Act

In Committee

Introduced:Sep 15, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Grace Meng

Representative

Democratic

NY-6

Cosponsors

4

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Health

Summary

This bill would continue a federal program that provides funding for residential treatment centers that help pregnant and postpartum women who are struggling with substance abuse issues. The goal is to support these women and their infants during a critical time.

Latest Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

SponsorGrace Meng (D-NY)

Introduced9/15/2025

StatusReferred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

ChamberHouse

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Protect RAIL Act

This bill would continue a federal program that provides funding for residential treatment centers that help pregnant and postpartum women who are struggling with substance abuse issues. The goal is to support these women and their infants during a critical ti

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This bill would continue a federal program that provides funding for residential treatment centers that help pregnant and postpartum women who are struggling with substance abuse issues. The goal is to support these women and their infants during a critical time.

Bill Number: 4092
Sponsor: Grace Meng (D-NY)
Introduced: 9/15/2025
Status: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Policy Area: Health

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Fact Sheet

Title: Protect RAIL Act
Bill Number: 4092
Sponsor: Grace Meng (D-NY)
Status: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Introduced: 9/15/2025
Summary: This bill would continue a federal program that provides funding for residential treatment centers that help pregnant and postpartum women who are struggling with substance abuse issues. The goal is to support these women and their infants during a critical time.

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

This bill would continue a federal program that provides funding for residential treatment centers that help pregnant and postpartum women who are struggling with substance abuse issues. The goal is to support these women and their infants during a critical time.

Last updated: 12/29/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

Protecting Moms and Infants Reauthorization Act of 2023This bill reauthorizes through FY2028 a grant program that is administered by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration that supports residential treatment programs for pregnant and postpartum women with substance use disorders.

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Renews a grant program administered by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration that supports treatment centers for pregnant and postpartum women with substance use disorders.
Extends this program's authorization through the 2028 fiscal year, ensuring continued federal funding.
Focuses on providing residential treatment options, which allow women to receive comprehensive care while living on-site.

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

If passed, this bill would directly benefit pregnant women and new mothers dealing with substance abuse challenges by maintaining access to specialized treatment programs. It could help these women get the support they need to address their addiction and care for their infants in a safe, stable environment.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Health

Related Subjects

Child health

Drug, alcohol, tobacco use

Health programs administration and funding

Hospital care

Mental health

Women's health

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

4092, 119th Congress (2025). "Protect RAIL Act". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hr-4092

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