EQUIP Act of 2020

Hozzl · 2022-02-09T02:55:51Z

Explore the details of House Bill 6178 EQUIP Act of 2020 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/9/2022, 2:55 AM

Congressional Summary of HR 6178

Enhancing Questions to Understand Intentions for Pregnancy Act of 2020 or the EQUIP Act of 2020

This bill requires the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to provide eligible health organizations with demonstration program grants to implement routine screenings about women's pregnancy intentions in order to provide better contraceptive and prepregnancy care.

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Current Status of Bill HR 6178

Bill HR 6178 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 10, 2020. Bill HR 6178 was introduced during Congress 116 and was introduced to the House on March 10, 2020. Bill HR 6178's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of March 10, 2020

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6178

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6178

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

- Family planning and birth control

- Health programs administration and funding

- Health promotion and preventive care

- Women's health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6178

EQUIP Act of 2020

To amend the Public Health Service Act to provide for a demonstration program to facilitate the clinical adoption of pregnancy intention screening initiatives by health care and social service providers.

EQUIP Act of 2020

Enhancing Questions to Understand Intentions for Pregnancy Act of 2020