Provider Relief Fund Deadline Extension Act

Hozzl · 2022-12-31T05:04:57Z

Explore the details of House Bill 4735 Provider Relief Fund Deadline Extension Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/31/2022, 5:04 AM

Summary of Bill HR 4735

The Provider Relief Fund Deadline Extension Act, also known as Bill 117 hr 4735, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. This bill aims to extend the deadline for healthcare providers to use funds from the Provider Relief Fund, which was established to help healthcare providers respond to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The original deadline for healthcare providers to use the funds from the Provider Relief Fund was set to expire on December 31, 2021. However, this bill proposes to extend the deadline to December 31, 2022. This extension would give healthcare providers more time to utilize the funds and ensure that they can continue to provide essential services to their patients.

The Provider Relief Fund Deadline Extension Act has received bipartisan support in Congress, with lawmakers from both parties recognizing the importance of ensuring that healthcare providers have the resources they need to effectively respond to the ongoing challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. If passed, this bill would provide much-needed relief to healthcare providers across the country and help to ensure that they can continue to deliver high-quality care to their patients.

Congressional Summary of HR 4735

Provider Relief Fund Deadline Extension Act

This bill extends the period during which health care providers may use payments received from the Provider Relief Fund to cover a variety of costs related to COVID-19.

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Current Status of Bill HR 4735

Bill HR 4735 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 28, 2021. Bill HR 4735 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on July 28, 2021. Bill HR 4735's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of July 29, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4735

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4735

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

- Cardiovascular and respiratory health

- Emergency medical services and trauma care

- Government information and archives

- Health programs administration and funding

- Infectious and parasitic diseases

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4735

To extend the deadline for eligible health care providers to use certain funds received from the COVID-19 Provider Relief Fund, and for other purposes.

Provider Relief Fund Deadline Extension Act