HEAR Act of 2024

Hozzl · 2024-12-19T09:06:02Z

Explore the details of House Bill 8064 HEAR Act of 2024 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/19/2024, 9:06 AM

Summary of Bill HR 8064

The HEAR Act of 2024, also known as Bill 118 hr 8064, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to address issues related to hearing loss and improve access to hearing healthcare services for individuals across the country.

One of the key provisions of the HEAR Act is the establishment of a task force that will be responsible for conducting research and making recommendations on how to improve access to hearing healthcare services. This task force will be made up of experts in the field of audiology, as well as representatives from various stakeholder groups.

Additionally, the HEAR Act aims to increase awareness about hearing loss and the importance of early detection and treatment. The bill includes provisions for the development of public education campaigns to raise awareness about hearing loss and the resources available for individuals who are experiencing hearing difficulties. Furthermore, the HEAR Act includes measures to improve access to hearing aids and other assistive devices for individuals with hearing loss. This includes provisions for insurance coverage of hearing aids and other hearing healthcare services, as well as measures to reduce the cost of these devices for individuals who may not have insurance coverage. Overall, the HEAR Act of 2024 is a comprehensive piece of legislation that aims to address issues related to hearing loss and improve access to hearing healthcare services for individuals across the country. If passed, this bill has the potential to make a significant impact on the lives of individuals with hearing loss and their families.

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Current Status of Bill HR 8064

Bill HR 8064 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 18, 2024. Bill HR 8064 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 18, 2024. Bill HR 8064'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 8064

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8064

HEAR Act of 2024HEAR Act of 2024Help Extend Auditory Relief Act of 2024To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage under the Medicare program of hearing aids and related hearing services.

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