LIFE Act

Hozzl · 2022-02-08T23:17:50Z

Explore the details of House Bill 5683 LIFE Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/8/2022, 11:17 PM

Congressional Summary of HR 5683

Promoting Healthier Lifelong Improvements in Food and Exercise Act of 2020 or the LIFE Act

This bill requires the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to carry out a national program to conduct and support activities to reduce the number of cases of overweight or obese individuals in the United States. The activities must include training health professionals, educating the public, and developing and demonstrating intervention strategies for use at work-sites and in community settings.

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Current Status of Bill HR 5683

Bill HR 5683 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 27, 2020. Bill HR 5683 was introduced during Congress 116 and was introduced to the House on January 27, 2020. Bill HR 5683's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of January 27, 2020

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5683

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5683

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

- Health promotion and preventive care

- Medical education

- Nutrition and diet

- Physical fitness and lifestyle

- Worker safety and health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5683

LIFE Act

To amend the Public Health Service Act to provide for a national program to conduct and support activities toward the goal of significantly reducing the number of cases of overweight and obesity among individuals in the United States.

LIFE Act

Promoting Healthier Lifelong Improvements in Food and Exercise Act of 2020