What does Preamble of RESTORE Act do?

This bill, formally titled 'A BILL 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 intends to provide training opportunities for medical professionals to improve their ability to diagnose and treat reproductive health 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?

This section outlines findings related to reproductive health and infertility in the United States. It highlights that many couples lack adequate information and access to restorative reproductive medicine. Several reproductive health conditions are identified as leading causes of infertility, including endometriosis, adenomyosis, polycystic ovary syndrome, uterine fibroids, and blocked fallopian tubes. The text notes that endometriosis often has a long diagnosis delay, frequently going undiagnosed for years. Research indicates that multiple factors often contribute to both male and female infertility. A gap in research and care for male and female reproductive health conditions is identified. Restorative reproductive medicine is presented as an approach to diagnose and treat imbalances, restore health, and improve outcomes. The text suggests restorative reproductive medicine can alleviate various difficult symptoms associated with reproductive health conditions.

What does DEFINITIONS. of RESTORE Act do?

This section defines key terms used throughout the Act. “Assisted reproductive technology” includes treatments involving eggs, sperm, and embryos to facilitate pregnancy. “Fertility awareness-based methods” refers to modern, evidence-based methods of tracking the menstrual cycle. “Fertility education and medical management” is a program focused on reproductive endocrinology research and education for women. “Infertility” is diagnosed after 12 months (women under 35) or 6 months (women 35 and older) of unsuccessful attempts to conceive. “Natural Procreative Technology” (NaProTECHNOLOGY) is a healthcare approach that monitors and maintains reproductive health, potentially involving surgery. “Reproductive health conditions” includes various conditions that can hinder conception, such as endometriosis and polycystic ovary syndrome. “Restorative reproductive health” emphasizes understanding bodies and natural reproductive health, incorporating various methods. “Restorative reproductive medicine” aims to 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 the Federal Government and recipients of Federal financial assistance from penalizing, retaliating against, or discriminating against health care providers. The prohibition applies to providers who do not participate in assisted reproductive technology. This includes actions such as assisting in, receiving training in, providing, performing, referring for, paying for, or otherwise participating in assisted reproductive technology. The prohibition also covers facilitating or making arrangements for these activities if it violates a provider's sincerely held religious beliefs or moral convictions.

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 two years of the Act's enactment and every three 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 patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with existing laws.

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

This section directs the Assistant Secretary for Health to collect data and issue reports on the standard of care for individuals seeking reproductive health condition diagnoses. The reports must be issued no later than 2 years after enactment and every 3 years thereafter. The Assistant Secretary must assess peer-reviewed studies related to restorative reproductive medicine, fertility awareness-based methods, and coverage of related treatments and training under health plans. The assessment includes access to medical professionals trained in NaProTechnology and fertility education. The Assistant Secretary must protect the privacy and confidentiality of individual patients during data collection.

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. Specific 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 Section 1006 of the Public Health Service Act. It establishes eligibility for grant or contract applicants under Title X based on primarily providing restorative reproductive medicine or training in it. Eligibility is granted if the entity is otherwise eligible for the grant or contract. The term 'restorative reproductive medicine' is defined as having the meaning given in section 3 of the RESTORE Act.

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 focus is on 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 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 Teen Pregnancy Prevention program grants and the services, education, and training they provide.

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RESTORE Act

Last updated: 5/22/2025 · Introduced: 5/22/2025

Author: Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS)

TL;DR (AI)

The RESTORE Act aims to expand research and data collection on reproductive health conditions, including infertility in both men and women.
It prohibits the federal government and recipients of federal funds from penalizing healthcare providers who do not participate in assisted reproductive technology, based on their beliefs.
The bill directs the Assistant Secretary for Health to issue reports on the standard of care for infertility and reproductive health conditions, assessing restorative reproductive medicine and fertility awareness-based methods.
The Act expands the National Survey of Family Growth to include questions about restorative reproductive health, reproductive health conditions, and related methods.
It amends Title X funding eligibility to include entities primarily providing restorative reproductive medicine or training in it, and directs the Department of Health and Human Services to develop programs addressing male factor infertility.

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