CARE Act of 2022

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Explore the details of House Bill 7345 CARE Act of 2022 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Labor and Employment. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/29/2022, 10:18 PM

Summary of Bill HR 7345

Bill 117 HR 7345, also known as the CARE Act of 2022, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to provide support and resources to caregivers of individuals with disabilities or chronic illnesses.

The CARE Act of 2022 includes several key provisions. Firstly, it aims to establish a national caregiver support program that would provide training, counseling, and respite care services to caregivers. This program would be funded through grants to states and local organizations.

Additionally, the bill seeks to expand access to telehealth services for caregivers, allowing them to receive medical advice and support remotely. It also includes provisions to improve coordination between healthcare providers and caregivers, ensuring that caregivers are included in the care planning process. Furthermore, the CARE Act of 2022 includes measures to address the financial burden faced by caregivers. This includes provisions to provide tax credits for caregiving expenses and to expand eligibility for Medicaid home and community-based services. Overall, the CARE Act of 2022 aims to recognize the important role that caregivers play in supporting individuals with disabilities or chronic illnesses. By providing support, resources, and financial assistance to caregivers, this bill seeks to improve the quality of care provided to vulnerable populations and alleviate some of the challenges faced by caregivers.

Congressional Summary of HR 7345

Children's Act for Responsible Employment and Farm Safety of 2022 or the CARE Act of 2022

This bill revises labor provisions for protecting child workers, including those employed in agriculture, and increases the civil penalties for violations of such provisions and imposes new criminal penalties for violations resulting in the death or serious injury or illness of a child worker.

Specifically, the bill revises the definition of oppressive child labor to prohibit the employment of children under 14 years of age and imposes new employer reporting requirements for work-related injuries or deaths of agricultural employees under the age of 18.

The Department of Labor must analyze, collect, and report on data concerning children under the age of 18 who are employed in agriculture and each work-related injury, illness, or death of any such child. Labor must also revise regulations to prohibit the employment of a child under the age of 18 as a pesticide handler.

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Current Status of Bill HR 7345

Bill HR 7345 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 31, 2022. Bill HR 7345 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on March 31, 2022. Bill HR 7345's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor. as of March 31, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7345

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7345

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Labor and Employment

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7345

CARE Act of 2022CARE Act of 2022Children’s Act for Responsible Employment and Farm Safety of 2022To amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to strengthen the provisions relating to child labor, and for other purposes.

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