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H.R.5961: Medical-Legal Partnership for Health Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced July 29, 2010
- Latest Major Action July 29, 2010
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
7 (All Democrats)
Bill Summary
Medical-Legal Partnership for Health Act - Directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) to establish a nationwide demonstration project to: (1) award matching grants or enter into contracts with medical-legal partnerships to assist patients and their families in navigating health-related programs and activities; and (2) evaluate the effectiveness of such partnerships. Authorizes the Secretary to provide technical assistance to...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
Date | Description |
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Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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July 29, 2010 |
Introduced in the House by Dan Maffei (D-N.Y.) |