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S.4440: Improving Social Determinants of Health Act of 2020
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 116th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced Aug. 5, 2020
- Latest Major Action Aug. 5, 2020
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
8 (7 Democrats, 1 Independent Democrat)
Bill Version
- Introduced in Senate - Aug. 5, 2020
Bill Summary
Improving Social Determinants of Health Act of 2020 This bill requires the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to establish a program to improve health outcomes and reduce health inequities by, for example, coordinating activities across the CDC. As part of the program, the CDC must award grants to eligible organizations to build capacity to address social determinants of health. The CDC shall provide for an independent evaluation...
(Source: Library of Congress)
What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Aug. 5, 2020 |
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
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| Aug. 5, 2020 |
Introduced in the Senate by Tina Smith (D-Minn.) |