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H.R.5131: Pediatric Access to Critical Healthcare Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 117th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced Aug. 31, 2021
- Latest Major Action Sept. 1, 2021
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
19 (All Democrats)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - Aug. 31, 2021
Bill Summary
Pediatric Access to Critical Healthcare Act This bill requires the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to award grants to children's hospitals and other providers that predominately treat individuals under 21 for improving pediatric health care infrastructure. In awarding the grants, HRSA must prioritize recipients that serve significant numbers of patients receiving medical assistance through Medicaid or the Children's Health...
(Source: Library of Congress)
What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Sept. 1, 2021 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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| Aug. 31, 2021 |
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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| Aug. 31, 2021 |
Introduced in the House by Tony Cárdenas (D-Calif.) |