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Health Care Providers Safety Act of 2022

2/6/2023, 5:30 PM

Summary of Bill HR 7814

Bill 117 HR 7814, also known as the Health Care Providers Safety Act of 2022, aims to address the safety concerns of health care providers in the United States. The bill focuses on implementing measures to protect health care workers from workplace violence and ensure their safety while providing care to patients.

Key provisions of the bill include requiring health care facilities to develop and implement violence prevention plans, provide training to staff on de-escalation techniques and response to violent incidents, and establish reporting mechanisms for incidents of workplace violence. The bill also calls for the creation of a national database to track incidents of violence against health care providers and improve data collection on this issue.

Additionally, the Health Care Providers Safety Act of 2022 seeks to increase penalties for individuals who commit acts of violence against health care workers and provide resources for victims of workplace violence to access support services and counseling. Overall, the bill aims to address the growing problem of workplace violence against health care providers and ensure that they can perform their jobs safely and effectively. It emphasizes the importance of protecting those who dedicate their careers to caring for others and seeks to create a safer environment for all health care workers in the United States.

Congressional Summary of HR 7814

Health Care Providers Safety Act of 2022

This bill authorizes the Department of Health and Human Services to award grants to health care providers for security services and other expenses related to physical security and cybersecurity.

Current Status of Bill HR 7814

Bill HR 7814 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 18, 2022. Bill HR 7814 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on May 18, 2022.  Bill HR 7814's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of May 18, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7814

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
248
Democrat Cosponsors
248
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7814

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

- Computer security and identity theft
- Computers and information technology
- Health facilities and institutions
- Health programs administration and funding

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7814

Health Care Providers Safety Act of 2022
Health Care Providers Safety Act of 2022
To amend the Public Health Service Act to authorize grants to health care providers to enhance the physical and cyber security of their facilities, personnel, and patients.

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