Oral Health Literacy and Awareness Act of 2023

Hozzl · 2024-01-18T12:15:33Z

Explore the details of House Bill 994 Oral Health Literacy and Awareness Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/18/2024, 12:15 PM

Congressional Summary of HR 994

Oral Health Literacy and Awareness Act of 2023

This bill requires the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to conduct a public education campaign to increase oral health literacy and awareness. HRSA must design the campaign to focus on children, pregnant women, parents, older adults, people with disabilities, and racial and ethnic minorities.

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Current Status of Bill HR 994

Bill HR 994 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 14, 2023. Bill HR 994 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 14, 2023. Bill HR 994's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of February 24, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 994

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Health

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AgingChild healthCongressional oversightDental careDisability and paralysisHealth care qualityHealth programs administration and fundingHealth promotion and preventive careMinority healthPerformance measurementWomen's health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 994

Oral Health Literacy and Awareness Act of 2023Oral Health Literacy and Awareness Act of 2023To amend the Public Health Service Act to authorize a public education campaign across all relevant programs of the Health Resources and Services Administration to increase oral health literacy and awareness.

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