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A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to authorize the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Minority Health, to award grants to faith- or community-based organizations to address persistent health inequities and chronic disease challenges.

6/19/2024, 10:56 AM

Summary of Bill S 4592

Bill 118 s 4592, also known as the Faith and Community Health Equity Act, aims to amend the Public Health Service Act to allow the Secretary of Health and Human Services to provide grants to faith- or community-based organizations. These grants would be used to tackle ongoing health disparities and chronic disease issues that disproportionately affect minority populations.

The grants would be administered by the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Minority Health, who would work with these organizations to develop and implement programs that address the root causes of health inequities. By empowering faith- and community-based organizations to take a more active role in promoting health and wellness within their communities, the bill seeks to improve overall health outcomes and reduce disparities among minority populations.

Overall, the Faith and Community Health Equity Act represents a proactive approach to addressing the systemic issues that contribute to health disparities in the United States. By providing resources and support to organizations that are deeply rooted in their communities, the bill aims to create sustainable solutions that will have a lasting impact on the health and well-being of all Americans.

Current Status of Bill S 4592

Bill S 4592 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 18, 2024. Bill S 4592 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 18, 2024.  Bill S 4592's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of June 18, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4592

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
4
Democrat Cosponsors
4
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4592

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4592

A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to authorize the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Minority Health, to award grants to faith- or community-based organizations to address persistent health inequities and chronic disease challenges.
A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to authorize the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Minority Health, to award grants to faith- or community-based organizations to address persistent health inequities and chronic disease challenges.

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