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Increasing Access to Voluntary Screening for HIV/AIDS and STIs Act of 2017 [HB-164]
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Increasing Access to Voluntary Screening for HIV/AIDS and STIs Act of 2017 This bill amends title XVIII (Medicare) and title XIX (Medicaid) of the Social Security Act to require Medicare and state Medicaid programs to provide routine HIV/AIDS and sexually transmitted infection (STI) screening services. State Medicaid programs must provide these services without cost sharing for the screened individual.
Sponsored by: Rep. Barbara Lee
Referred To The Subcommittee On Health. on 01/25/2017
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Services for Ending Long-Term Homelessness Act [HB-161]
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[Housing ]
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[Human Services ]
[Poverty ]
[Community Development ]
[Criminal Justice ]
Services for Ending Long-Term Homelessness Act This bill amends the Public Health Service Act to require the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration to design national strategies and implement programs to address chronic homelessness. To promote an end to chronic homelessness, the Department of Health and Human Services must award grants to provide: mental health services; substance use disorder treatment; integrated, coordinated treatment for co-occurring disorders; health education; services designed to help individuals and families
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Sponsored by: Rep. Alcee L. Hastings
Referred To The Subcommittee On Health. on 01/25/2017
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Chiropractic Care Available to All Veterans Act [HB-103]
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Chiropractic Care Available to All Veterans Act This bill amends the Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Programs Enhancement Act of 2001 to require a program under which the Secretary of Veterans Affairs provides chiropractic care and services to veterans through Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) medical centers and clinics to be carried out at: (1) no fewer than 75 medical centers by December 31, 2017, and (2) all medical centers by December 31, 2019. Chiropractic examinations and services are included within required VA medical, rehabilitative,
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Sponsored by: Rep. Alcee L. Hastings
Referred To The Subcommittee On Health. on 01/19/2017
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Expanding Care for Veterans Act [HB-102]
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[Mental Health ]
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[Funding ]
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Expanding Care for Veterans Act This bill directs the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to develop a plan to expand the scope of VA's research and education on, and delivery and integration of, complementary and alternative medicine services. The VA shall carry out, through its Office of Patient Centered Care and Cultural Transformation, a three-year program to: (1) assess the feasibility and advisability of integrating the delivery of selected complementary and alternative medicine services with other VA health care services for veterans, and
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Sponsored by: Rep. Ann M. Kuster
Referred To The Subcommittee On Health. on 01/19/2017
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Byron Nash Renal Medullary Carcinoma Awareness Act of 2017 [HB-148]
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[Social Security ]
Byron Nash Renal Medullary Carcinoma Awareness Act of 2017 This bill amends title XIX (Medicaid) of the Social Security Act to pay states 50% of their costs for providing education on the risk of renal medullary carcinoma to individuals with sickle cell disease. (Renal medullary carcinoma is a rare kidney disease usually found in individuals with the sickle cell trait.)
Sponsored by: Rep. Al Green
Referred To The Subcommittee On Health. on 01/25/2017
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Federal Register Printing Savings Act of 2017 [HB-195]
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[Medicare and Medicaid ]
[Taxes ]
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Federal Register Printing Savings Act of 2017 DIVISION A--FEDERAL REGISTER PRINTING SAVINGS ACT OF 2017 Federal Register Printing Savings Act of 2017 (Sec. 2) This division bars the Government Publishing Office from furnishing a printed copy of the Federal Register without charge to any Member of Congress or any other office of the United States during a year unless the Member or office requests: (1) a printed copy of a specific issue of the Federal Register, or (2) a subscription to printed copies of the Federal Register for that year. DIVISION
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Sponsored by: Rep. Steve Russell
Pursuant To The Provisions Of S. Con. Res. 33, Enrollment Corrections On H.r. 195 Have Been Made. on 01/22/2018
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Puerto Rico Task Force Economic Empowerment Act of 2017 [HB-2429]
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[Pharmaceuticals ]
[Veterans ]
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Puerto Rico Task Force Economic Empowerment Act of 2017 Puerto Rico Opportunity, Small Business Prosperity, and Economic Revitalization Act of 2017 This bill amends the Small Business Act to modify requirements for the microloan program for Puerto Rico small businesses and increase access to capital for such program. The Small Business Administration shall establish: (1) a Veteran Business Outreach Center in Puerto Rico, and (2) a temporary Federal and State Technology (FAST) grant program to provide assistance to Puerto Rico businesses. The bill
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Sponsored by: Rep. Adriano Espaillat
Referred To The Subcommittee On Health. on 05/22/2017
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Action for Dental Health Act of 2017 [HB-2422]
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Action for Dental Health Act of 2017 (Sec. 2) This bill amends the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize oral health promotion and disease prevention programs through FY2022. The Department of Health and Human Services may award grants or enter into contracts to collaborate with state, county, or local public officials and other stakeholders to develop and implement initiatives to: (1) improve oral health education and dental disease prevention; (2) reduce geographic barriers, language barriers, cultural barriers, and other similar barriers in
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Sponsored by: Rep. Steve Russell
Signed By President. on 12/11/2018
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National Nurse Act of 2017 [S.1106]
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[Veterans ]
National Nurse Act of 2017 This bill amends the Public Health Service Act to require the Department of Health and Human Services to designate the Chief Nurse Officer of the Public Health Service as the National Nurse for Public Health. The duties of this position include: (1) providing leadership and coordination of Public Health Service nursing professional affairs for the Office of the Surgeon General and other agencies of the Public Health Service, (2) conducting outreach and education, and (3) providing guidance and leadership for activities
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Sponsored by: Sen. Susan M. Collins
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Health, Education, Labor, And Pensions. on 05/11/2017
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Sickle Cell Disease Research, Surveillance, Prevention, and Treatment Act of 2017 [HB-2410]
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[Science ]
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Sickle Cell Disease Research, Surveillance, Prevention, and Treatment Act of 2017 (Sec. 2) This bill amends the Public Health Service Act to authorize the Department of Health and Human Services to make grants to states to: (1) collect data on the prevalence and distribution of sickle cell disease, (2) conduct sickle cell disease public health initiatives to improve access to care and health outcomes, and (3) identify and evaluate strategies for prevention and treatment of sickle cell disease complications.(Sec. 4) The demonstration program to improve
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Sponsored by: Rep. Danny K. Davis
Received In The Senate And Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Health, Education, Labor, And Pensions. on 02/27/2018
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Maternal Health Accountability Act of 2017 [S.1112]
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[Children and Youth ]
Maternal Health Accountability Act of 2017 This bill directs the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to establish a program under which HHS may make grants to states (including federally recognized Indian tribes and organizations) for the purpose of: (1) reviewing pregnancy-related and pregnancy-associated deaths (maternal deaths); (2) establishing and sustaining a maternal mortality review committee to review relevant information; (3) ensuring that the state department of health develops a plan for ongoing health care provider education
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Sponsored by: Sen. Robert P. Casey
Committee On Health, Education, Labor, And Pensions. Reported By Senator Alexander With An Amendment In The Nature Of A Substitute. Without Written Report. on 07/09/2018
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Expressing support for the designation of May 2017 as "Mental Health Month". [HR-320]
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Expressing support for the designation of May 2017 as "Mental Health Month". Supports the designation of Mental Health Month to remove the stigma associated with mental illness and to place emphasis on scientific findings regarding mental health recovery.
Sponsored by: Rep. Sean Patrick Maloney
Referred To The Subcommittee On Health. on 05/12/2017
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Minority Diabetes Initiative Act [HB-2351]
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Minority Diabetes Initiative Act This bill amends the Public Health Service Act to allow the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to make grants to public and nonprofit private health care providers to provide treatment for diabetes in minority communities. HHS must ensure that these grants cover a variety of diabetes-related health care services, including routine care for diabetic patients, public education on diabetes prevention and control, eye care, foot care, and treatment for kidney disease and other complications of diabetes.
Sponsored by: Rep. Raul M. Grijalva
Referred To The Subcommittee On Health. on 05/05/2017
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A resolution expressing support for the designation of April 2017 as "National Donate Life Month". [SR-152]
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A resolution expressing support for the designation of April 2017 as "National Donate Life Month". Expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Donate Life Month and for promoting awareness of organ donation. Encourages states, localities, and the territories and possessions of the United States to issue proclamations designating April 2017 as National Donate Life Month. Salutes individuals who have supported, promoted, and encouraged organ donation.
Sponsored by: Sen. Robert P. Casey
Submitted In The Senate, Considered, And Agreed To Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S2728; Text: Cr S2726) on 05/03/2017
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National Suicide Hotline Improvement Act of 2018 [HB-2345]
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[Overdose Prevention ]
[Human Services ]
[Public Safety ]
National Suicide Hotline Improvement Act of 2018
Sponsored by: Rep. Sean Patrick Maloney
Became Public Law No: 115-233. on 08/14/2018
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National Suicide Hotline Improvement Act of 2017 [S.1015]
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[Veterans ]
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[Overdose Prevention ]
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National Suicide Hotline Improvement Act of 2017 (Sec. 3) This bill requires the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to coordinate with the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) and the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to examine: (1) the feasibility of designating a three-digit dialing code for a national suicide prevention and mental health crisis hotline system; and (2) the effectiveness of the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (1-800-273-TALK), including how well it addresses the needs of veterans. SAMHSA
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Sponsored by: Sen. Brian Schatz
By Senator Thune From Committee On Commerce, Science, And Transportation Filed Written Report. Report No. 115-213. on 03/13/2018
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A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of World Malaria Day. [SR-149]
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[International ]
[Public Health ]
A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of World Malaria Day. Supports the ideals of World Malaria Day. Recognizes the importance of reducing malaria to improve child and maternal health, especially in sub-Saharan Africa. Commends the progress made toward reducing global malaria prevalence and deaths, particularly through the efforts of the President's Malaria Initiative and the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria. Welcomes public-private partnerships to develop more effective and affordable tools for malaria diagnosis, treatment,
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Sponsored by: Sen. Roger F. Wicker
Submitted In The Senate, Considered, And Agreed To Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Voice Vote. (consideration: Cr S2685; Text: Cr S2682-2683) on 05/02/2017
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School-Based Respiratory Health Management Act [HB-2285]
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[Education ]
[Children and Youth ]
School-Based Respiratory Health Management Act This bill amends the Public Health Service Act to revise the conditions under which the Department of Health and Human Services, in making asthma-related grants, gives preference to a state. A preference is given to states that require elementary and secondary schools to have: (1) on the premises during operating hours at least one individual trained in the administration of rescue medications for allergies and reversible lower airway disorders, and (2) an allergies and reversible lower airway disorders
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Sponsored by: Rep. David G. Valadao
Referred To The Subcommittee On Health. on 05/05/2017
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Expressing support for designation of May 2017 as "Health and Fitness Month". [HR-302]
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Expressing support for designation of May 2017 as "Health and Fitness Month". Expresses support for the designation of Health and Fitness Month and for efforts to educate Americans on the importance of a healthy and nutritious lifestyle.
Sponsored by: Rep. Marc A. Veasey
Referred To The Subcommittee On Health. on 05/05/2017
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Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act of 2017 [HB-2228]
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[Public Health ]
[Veterans ]
[Healthcare ]
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Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act of 2017 (Sec. 2) This bill directs the Department of Justice (DOJ) to report on Department of Defense and Department of Veterans Affairs mental health practices and services that could be adopted by law enforcement agencies. Additionally, DOJ's Office of Community Oriented Policing Services must report on programs to address the psychological health and well-being of law enforcement officers. The bill amends the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to expand the allowable use of grant
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Sponsored by: Rep. Robin Kelly
Signed By President. on 01/10/2018