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S.501: Fostering Independence Through Technology Act of 2011
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 112th Congress
- This bill is primarily about public lands and natural resources
- Introduced March 8, 2011
- Latest Major Action March 8, 2011
- See the three similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
9 (5 Democrats, 4 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Fostering Independence Through Technology Act of 2011 - Directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) to conduct pilot projects under title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act for the purpose of providing incentives to home health agencies to utilize home monitoring and communications technology.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
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| March 8, 2011 |
Introduced in the Senate by John Thune (R-S.D.) |