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S.3819: Strengthening the Safety Net Act of 2006
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 109th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced Aug. 3, 2006
- Latest Major Action Aug. 3, 2006
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
5 (5 Democrats, 1 Republican)
Bill Summary
Strengthening the Safety Act of 2006 - Amends title XIX (Medicaid) of the Social Security Act to provide for the redistribution and extended availability of unexpended Medicaid disproportionate share hospital (DSH) allotments. Directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to award demonstration grants to health access networks to improve access, quality, and continuity of care for uninsured individuals through better coordination of care.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
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| Aug. 3, 2006 |
Introduced in the Senate by Jeff Bingaman (D-N.M.) |