US cuts direct HIV prevention grants, shifting funding to states

The Office of Management and Budget will not renew $46 million in direct federal funding for 96 community-based HIV prevention groups, redirecting support to state and local health departments. A supplemental notice may provide limited funding through May with applications due July 21. Advocates warn the move could disrupt HIV testing, linkage to care, and outbreak response and could complicate access to the 340B drug discount program, while lawmakers push to restore direct funding in upcoming budget debates.