Congress Allocated $100 Million for Teen Pregnancy Prevention; Majority Undistributed

Why it matters locally: The undistributed federal funds for teen pregnancy prevention could impact North Dakota organizations and health departments that rely on such grants for local programs aimed at reducing teen pregnancy rates. The cancellation of grants for similar organizations in neighboring states suggests potential challenges for North Dakota entities seeking or expecting these federal allocations.

WASHINGTON D.C. — Congress approved $100 million in funding for teen pregnancy prevention initiatives. Most of this allocated money remains undistributed as the 2026 fiscal year approaches its end. Lawmakers have called on the health department to disburse these funds. The allocation aimed to support programs designed to reduce teen pregnancy rates. One organization, Bridgercare, a nonprofit based in Bozeman, Montana, experienced the cancellation of its federal grant. The grant supported the organization's work in teen pregnancy prevention.