Test Strip Access Act of 2023

12/15/2023, 3:59 PM

Summary of Bill HR 4106

Bill 118 HR 4106, also known as the Test Strip Access Act of 2023, aims to increase access to test strips for individuals with diabetes. The bill was introduced in the US Congress with the goal of addressing the rising costs and limited availability of test strips, which are essential for monitoring blood sugar levels.

The Test Strip Access Act of 2023 proposes several key provisions to improve access to test strips. Firstly, the bill calls for increased transparency in pricing and coverage of test strips by insurance companies. This would help ensure that individuals with diabetes are not faced with exorbitant costs when purchasing these essential supplies.

Additionally, the bill seeks to expand access to test strips through increased funding for community health centers and other healthcare providers. This would help ensure that individuals with diabetes have access to the necessary supplies to effectively manage their condition. Furthermore, the Test Strip Access Act of 2023 includes provisions to promote research and development of new technologies for monitoring blood sugar levels. This would help drive innovation in the field of diabetes management and improve the quality of care for individuals with diabetes. Overall, the Test Strip Access Act of 2023 aims to address the challenges faced by individuals with diabetes in accessing test strips. By increasing transparency, expanding access to supplies, and promoting innovation, this bill seeks to improve the quality of care for individuals with diabetes and ultimately improve health outcomes for this population.

Current Status of Bill HR 4106

Bill HR 4106 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 14, 2023. Bill HR 4106 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 14, 2023.  Bill HR 4106's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of June 16, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4106

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
4
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4106

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4106

Test Strip Access Act of 2023Test Strip Access Act of 2023To amend the 21st Century Cures Act to expressly authorize the use of certain grants to implement substance use disorder and overdose prevention activities with respect to fentanyl and xylazine test strips.
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