BENEFIT Act of 2021

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Explore the details of House Bill 4472 BENEFIT Act of 2021 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/31/2022, 5:06 AM

Summary of Bill HR 4472

Bill 117 HR 4472, also known as the BENEFIT Act of 2021, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to provide additional support and resources to individuals and families who are struggling financially due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

The BENEFIT Act of 2021 includes provisions for expanding unemployment benefits, increasing funding for food assistance programs, and providing additional financial assistance to small businesses. The bill also aims to address issues related to housing insecurity by providing funding for rental assistance programs and foreclosure prevention efforts.

Additionally, the BENEFIT Act of 2021 includes measures to support healthcare workers and first responders who have been on the front lines of the pandemic. This includes funding for mental health services, hazard pay for essential workers, and resources for healthcare facilities to improve safety protocols. Overall, the BENEFIT Act of 2021 seeks to provide much-needed relief to individuals and families who have been negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. By addressing key areas such as unemployment, food insecurity, housing instability, and support for essential workers, this bill aims to help Americans navigate through these challenging times.

Congressional Summary of HR 4472

Better Empowerment Now to Enhance Framework and Improve Treatments Act of 2021 or the BENEFIT Act of 2021

This bill requires the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to consider relevant patient-focused drug development data, such as data from patient preference studies and patient-reported outcome data, in the risk-benefit assessment framework used in the process for approving new drugs.

After a new drug application has been approved, the FDA's public statement about how it used patient experience data shall include a description of how such data was considered in the risk-benefit assessment framework.

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Current Status of Bill HR 4472

Bill HR 4472 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 16, 2021. Bill HR 4472 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on July 16, 2021. Bill HR 4472's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of July 19, 2021