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New Era of Preventing End-Stage Kidney Disease Act
3/21/2025, 3:52 PM
Summary of Bill HR 1518
One key aspect of the bill is the emphasis on early detection and intervention for individuals with kidney disease risk factors. This includes increasing funding for research and education programs aimed at identifying and addressing the underlying causes of kidney disease. Additionally, the bill seeks to expand access to kidney disease screenings and treatment options for at-risk populations.
Another important component of the bill is the promotion of kidney disease prevention through lifestyle interventions and public health initiatives. This includes supporting programs that encourage healthy eating habits, regular exercise, and smoking cessation, all of which can help reduce the risk of developing kidney disease. Overall, Bill 119 HR 1518 is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to address the growing public health concern of end-stage kidney disease through a combination of preventive measures, early detection strategies, and lifestyle interventions. By focusing on these key areas, the bill aims to improve the overall health and well-being of individuals at risk of developing this serious condition.
Congressional Summary of HR 1518
New Era of Preventing End-Stage Kidney Disease Act
This bill establishes regional centers of excellence, postgraduate fellowships, and training for health professionals relating to the diagnosis and treatment of rare kidney disease. It also requires the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to conduct various studies on rare kidney disease.
Specifically, it authorizes the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases to award funding to public and private nonprofit entities for establishing regional centers of excellence that will increase public awareness, conduct research, and develop resources for diagnosing and treating rare kidney diseases. A center may receive such funding for up to five years, unless extended by the institute.
The bill also requires health professions schools receiving a grant from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Centers of Excellence program to award fellowships for training on preventing, diagnosing, and treating rare kidney disease in disproportionately impacted populations.
Also, the bill expands the priorities of HRSA’s Primary Care Training and Enhancement program to include training for health care workers to care for individuals with kidney disease.
Additionally, HHS must conduct several studies and report to Congress on topics such as treating rare kidney disease in disproportionately affected populations, eliminating the need for dialysis or kidney transplants, and increasing public awareness of rare kidney disease.
