Doctors at the Ready Act

Hozzl · 2024-02-05T14:30:09Z

Explore the details of House Bill 3613 Doctors at the Ready Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/5/2024, 2:30 PM

Summary of Bill HR 3613

The Doctors at the Ready Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 3613, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to increase access to healthcare services by allowing doctors to provide care across state lines during national emergencies.

Under the Doctors at the Ready Act, licensed physicians would be able to practice medicine in any state during a declared national emergency, such as a natural disaster or public health crisis. This would help ensure that communities have access to medical professionals when they are needed most.

The bill also includes provisions to streamline the process for out-of-state doctors to provide telehealth services to patients in other states. This would help expand access to healthcare services, particularly in rural and underserved areas. Additionally, the Doctors at the Ready Act aims to improve coordination between federal, state, and local governments during emergencies to ensure that healthcare resources are deployed efficiently and effectively. Overall, the Doctors at the Ready Act is designed to enhance the nation's ability to respond to emergencies and ensure that individuals have access to the medical care they need when disaster strikes.

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Current Status of Bill HR 3613

Bill HR 3613 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 23, 2023. Bill HR 3613 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 23, 2023. Bill HR 3613's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of May 26, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3613

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3613

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

First responders and emergency personnelHealth personnelNatural disasters

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3613

Doctors at the Ready ActDoctors at the Ready ActTo amend title XXVIII of the Public Health Service Act to eliminate the sunset of authority to make certain appointments for National Disaster Medical System, and for other purposes.

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