What does Preamble of RESTORE Act do?

This bill, formally titled 'To expand and promote research and data collection on reproductive health conditions, to provide training opportunities for medical professionals to learn how to diagnose and treat reproductive health conditions, and for other purposes,' aims to expand research and data collection related to reproductive health conditions. The bill also intends to provide training opportunities for medical professionals to improve their ability to diagnose and treat these conditions.

What does SHORT TITLE. of RESTORE Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Reproductive Empowerment and Support Through Optimal Restoration Act.

What does FINDINGS. of RESTORE Act do?

Congress finds that all individuals deserve high-standard medical care for reproductive health Reproductive health conditions, such as endometriosis and polycystic ovary syndrome, are leading causes of infertility These conditions can cause various symptoms, including pain, heavy bleeding, and infertility Restorative reproductive medicine aims to diagnose and treat underlying hormonal imbalances and improve health outcomes This type of medicine can eliminate barriers to conception, pregnancy, and birth, and alleviate other symptoms

What does DEFINITIONS. of RESTORE Act do?

This section defines key terms used throughout the Act. “Assisted reproductive technology” encompasses treatments involving eggs, sperm, and embryos to facilitate pregnancy. “Fertility awareness-based methods” refer to modern, evidence-based methods of tracking the menstrual cycle using biological signs. “Fertility education and medical management” is a program focused on reproductive endocrinology research and education for women. “Infertility” is defined as a condition making conception difficult or impossible, diagnosed after varying timeframes based on age. “Natural Procreative Technology” (NaProTECHNOLOGY) is described as a healthcare approach focused on monitoring and maintaining reproductive health, potentially including surgery. “Reproductive health conditions” includes a list of specific conditions that can hinder conception. “Restorative reproductive health” emphasizes understanding bodies and natural reproductive health, incorporating various methods. “Restorative reproductive medicine” focuses on approaches that cooperate with or restore the natural physiology of the reproductive system, avoiding suppressive or destructive methods.

What does PROHIBITING DISCRIMINATION AGAINST HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS WHO DO of RESTORE Act do?

This section prohibits discrimination against health care providers who do not participate in assisted reproductive technology. The Federal Government and entities receiving Federal financial assistance are subject to this prohibition. Health care providers are protected from penalty or retaliation for declining to participate in assisted reproductive technology.

What does IMPLEMENTING LITERATURE REVIEWS ON THE STANDARD OF CARE FOR THE of RESTORE Act do?

This section directs the Assistant Secretary for Health to collect data and issue reports on the standard of care for women diagnosed with infertility. The reports must be issued within 2 years of the Act's enactment and every 3 years thereafter. The Assistant Secretary must assess peer-reviewed studies on referrals to restorative reproductive medicine before assisted reproductive technology. The assessment includes studies related to access to information and training for fertility awareness-based methods. The assessment also covers the extent to which relevant treatments, tests, and training are covered by public and private health plans. The Assistant Secretary must protect the privacy and confidentiality of individual patients during data collection and report generation.

What does IMPLEMENTING LITERATURE REVIEWS ON THE STANDARD OF CARE FOR of RESTORE Act do?

The Assistant Secretary for Health collects data on reproductive health condition diagnoses. Reports on the standard of care are issued every 3 years. The Assistant Secretary assesses peer-reviewed studies on access to restorative reproductive medicine and fertility awareness-based methods.

What does EXPANDING THE NATIONAL SURVEY OF FAMILY GROWTH TO INCLUDE of RESTORE Act do?

This section directs the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to evaluate the National Survey of Family Growth (NSFG). The evaluation should consider modifications to the survey questions. Topics for consideration include restorative reproductive health, reproductive health conditions and infertility, restorative reproductive medicine, and fertility awareness-based methods. The Director must submit a report on the evaluation to Congress within three years of the Act's enactment, and every three years thereafter.

What does INCLUDING ACCESS TO TITLE X AWARD FUNDS FOR RESTORATIVE of RESTORE Act do?

This section amends the Public Health Service Act to include access to Title X award funds for restorative reproductive medicine grantees. An entity is deemed eligible for a grant or contract if it is primarily engaged in providing restorative reproductive medicine or training and education in this field. The entity must be otherwise eligible for the grant or contract.

What does ADVANCING EDUCATION ON REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH CONDITIONS AND of RESTORE Act do?

This section directs the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Population Affairs to expand access to and advertisement for grant applicants within the Teen Pregnancy Prevention program. The program will prioritize applicants specializing in restorative reproductive medicine, restorative reproductive health, and fertility awareness-based methods. Entities seeking grant awards must primarily engage in services or education related to these specified areas. The Deputy Assistant Secretary must submit a report to Congress and make it publicly available within 18 months of the Act's enactment. The report will detail recipients of grants under the Teen Pregnancy Prevention program and the services, education, and training they provide.

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RESTORE Act

Last updated: 5/23/2025 · Introduced: 5/23/2025

Author: Diana Harshbarger (R-TN)

TL;DR (AI)

The bill prohibits discrimination against healthcare providers who do not offer assisted reproductive technology, ensuring protection from federal or federally-funded penalties.
It directs the Assistant Secretary for Health to collect data and issue reports on the standard of care for infertility, including assessments of restorative reproductive medicine and fertility awareness-based methods.
The bill expands the National Survey of Family Growth to include data on restorative reproductive health, reproductive health conditions, and related methods, with reports submitted to Congress every three years.
It amends the Public Health Service Act to allow Title X award funds to be used by organizations providing restorative reproductive medicine or training in this field.
The bill directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to modernize medical coding systems to accurately classify and reimburse for infertility treatments, including minimally invasive surgeries and restorative reproductive medicine.

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