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Gabriel Rosenberg Dyspraxia/DCD Coverage Act

1/4/2025, 11:17 AM

Summary of Bill HR 9975

Bill 118 HR 9975, also known as the Gabriel Rosenberg Dyspraxia/DCD Coverage Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at providing coverage for individuals with Dyspraxia/Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD). The bill is named after Gabriel Rosenberg, a young boy who has been diagnosed with Dyspraxia/DCD.

The main goal of the bill is to ensure that individuals with Dyspraxia/DCD have access to the necessary medical treatments, therapies, and support services that they need to manage their condition. This includes coverage for occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech therapy, and other interventions that can help individuals with Dyspraxia/DCD improve their motor skills, coordination, and overall quality of life.

The bill also aims to raise awareness about Dyspraxia/DCD and the challenges that individuals with this condition face on a daily basis. By providing coverage for these individuals, the bill seeks to reduce the financial burden that families may experience when seeking treatment for Dyspraxia/DCD. Overall, the Gabriel Rosenberg Dyspraxia/DCD Coverage Act is an important piece of legislation that seeks to support individuals with Dyspraxia/DCD and ensure that they have access to the care and services they need to thrive. It is currently being reviewed by Congress and has received bipartisan support from lawmakers who recognize the importance of providing coverage for individuals with this condition.

Current Status of Bill HR 9975

Bill HR 9975 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since October 11, 2024. Bill HR 9975 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on October 11, 2024.  Bill HR 9975's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of December 17, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 9975

Total Number of Sponsors
3
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
3
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
3
Democrat Cosponsors
3
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 9975

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 9975

To direct the Comptroller General of the United States to conduct a study on insurance coverage of dyspraxia/developmental coordination disorder.
To direct the Comptroller General of the United States to conduct a study on insurance coverage of dyspraxia/developmental coordination disorder.

Comments

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Nola Robertson

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1 year ago

I'm not entirely sure what this bill is about, but it sounds like it could help people with dyspraxia/developmental coordination disorder get better insurance coverage. That's a good thing!