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ARC Act of 2023

12/20/2024, 9:05 AM

Summary of Bill HR 4261

The ARC Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 hr 4261, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to provide funding and support for the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC), which is a federal-state partnership that works to promote economic development in the Appalachian region.

The ARC Act of 2023 aims to reauthorize the ARC for an additional five years, ensuring that it continues to receive the necessary resources to carry out its mission. The bill includes provisions for funding various programs and initiatives that focus on infrastructure development, job creation, and community revitalization in the Appalachian region.

Additionally, the ARC Act of 2023 includes measures to improve coordination between federal, state, and local agencies in order to maximize the impact of the ARC's efforts. The bill also emphasizes the importance of engaging with stakeholders in the region, including local governments, businesses, and community organizations, to ensure that the ARC's programs are responsive to the needs of the Appalachian communities. Overall, the ARC Act of 2023 seeks to support economic growth and prosperity in the Appalachian region by providing the ARC with the resources and tools it needs to effectively carry out its mission. This legislation is an important step towards addressing the unique challenges and opportunities facing the Appalachian region and helping to build a brighter future for its residents.

Congressional Summary of HR 4261

Amputation Reduction and Compassion Act of 2023 or the ARC Act of 2023

This bill provides for coverage of peripheral artery disease screening tests without cost-sharing under Medicare and Medicaid for certain at-risk individuals. It also requires the development of certain educational programs, a payment model, and Medicare quality measures to reduce amputations relating to such disease.

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Current Status of Bill HR 4261

Bill HR 4261 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 23, 2023. Bill HR 4261 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 21, 2023.  Bill HR 4261's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of December 17, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4261

Total Number of Sponsors
3
Democrat Sponsors
3
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
198
Democrat Cosponsors
162
Republican Cosponsors
36
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4261

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

- Cardiovascular and respiratory health
- Digestive and metabolic diseases
- Education programs funding
- Employee benefits and pensions
- Health care costs and insurance
- Health care coverage and access
- Health care quality
- Health programs administration and funding
- Health promotion and preventive care
- Health technology, devices, supplies
- Home and outpatient care
- Hospital care
- Insurance industry and regulation
- Medicaid
- Medical tests and diagnostic methods
- Medicare
- Surgery and anesthesia

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4261

ARC Act of 2023
ARC Act of 2023
Amputation Reduction and Compassion Act of 2023
To amend titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of peripheral artery disease screening tests furnished to at-risk beneficiaries under the Medicare and Medicaid programs without the imposition of cost-sharing requirements, and for other purposes.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 4261

Donald M. Payne, Jr.
Donald M. Payne, Jr.
New JerseyDemocrat
Bonnie Watson Coleman
Bonnie Watson Coleman
New JerseyDemocrat
Bruce Westerman
Bruce Westerman
ArkansasRepublican
Jefferson Van Drew
Jefferson Van Drew
New JerseyRepublican
Marc A. Veasey
Marc A. Veasey
TexasDemocrat
Juan Vargas
Juan Vargas
CaliforniaDemocrat

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