I would not think that many of the victims of sexually transmitted disease are innocent babies who acquire these diseases at birth. Increased emphasis should be appropriately placed on prenatal and neonatal care of these children. This bill also authorizes preventive health service programs for tuberculosis at levels of $8 million. $9 million. and $10 million for fiscal years 1985. 1986. and 1987 respectively. This compares to a fiscal year 1984 appropriation of $5 million. Tuberculosis is still a major health concern and risk throughout the Nation. particularly in large cities and areas that have experienced significant refugee influx. Tuberculosis is medically treatable. The continuation of efforts to curb its growth could lead to its ultimate eradication.