ARCH Act

Hozzl · 2024-12-20T09:06:23Z

Explore the details of House Bill 6430 ARCH Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/20/2024, 9:06 AM

Summary of Bill HR 6430

The Achieving Racial and Cultural Health (ARCH) Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 6430, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address disparities in healthcare access and outcomes among racial and ethnic minority populations in the United States.

The ARCH Act aims to improve health equity by increasing funding for programs that specifically target the needs of minority communities. This includes initiatives to increase access to healthcare services, improve cultural competency among healthcare providers, and address social determinants of health that disproportionately affect minority populations.

Additionally, the ARCH Act seeks to promote research and data collection on health disparities, in order to better understand the root causes of these inequities and develop effective strategies for addressing them. The bill also includes provisions to increase diversity in the healthcare workforce, ensuring that minority communities are adequately represented in the field. Overall, the ARCH Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to address the systemic barriers that prevent racial and ethnic minorities from accessing quality healthcare. By investing in targeted programs and initiatives, this bill aims to improve health outcomes and promote equity for all Americans.

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Current Status of Bill HR 6430

Bill HR 6430 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 15, 2023. Bill HR 6430 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on November 15, 2023. Bill HR 6430's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of December 17, 2024

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6430

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6430

ARCH ActARCH ActAssistance for Rural Community Hospitals ActTo amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to extend Medicare-dependent hospital and Medicare low-volume hospital payments, and to direct the Comptroller General of the United States to carry out a report on Medicare rural hospital classifications.

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