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Leveraging Integrated Networks in Communities To Address Social Needs Act of 2021

12/30/2022, 8:18 AM

Summary of Bill HR 6072

Bill 117 HR 6072, also known as the Leveraging Integrated Networks in Communities To Address Social Needs Act of 2021, aims to address social needs in communities by leveraging integrated networks. The bill focuses on improving coordination and collaboration among various organizations and agencies to better serve individuals and families in need.

The key provisions of the bill include establishing a grant program to support the development and implementation of integrated networks that address social needs such as housing, food insecurity, healthcare, and education. These networks would bring together a variety of stakeholders, including government agencies, non-profit organizations, healthcare providers, and community-based organizations, to work together to identify and address the social needs of individuals and families.

The bill also emphasizes the importance of data sharing and coordination among these networks to ensure that services are delivered efficiently and effectively. It encourages the use of technology and data analytics to identify and prioritize the most pressing social needs in a community and track the impact of interventions over time. Overall, the Leveraging Integrated Networks in Communities To Address Social Needs Act of 2021 seeks to promote collaboration and innovation in addressing social needs at the community level. By bringing together diverse stakeholders and leveraging technology and data, the bill aims to improve outcomes for individuals and families in need.

Congressional Summary of HR 6072

Leveraging Integrated Networks in Communities To Address Social Needs Act of 2021 or the LINC To Address Social Needs Act of 2021

This bill requires the Department of Health and Human Services to award states competitive grants for technology networks that coordinate the provision of health care and social services (e.g., nutritional assistance, housing, and transportation).

States must use the grants to support statewide or regional public-private partnerships in establishing or enhancing such networks. The bill outlines requirements concerning the governance structure of the networks, privacy and security, and related matters.

The Government Accountability Office must evaluate the impact of these networks on health outcomes, access to services, and related factors.

Current Status of Bill HR 6072

Bill HR 6072 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 23, 2021. Bill HR 6072 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on November 23, 2021.  Bill HR 6072's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Nutrition, Oversight, and Department Operations. as of January 4, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6072

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
12
Democrat Cosponsors
6
Republican Cosponsors
6
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6072

Primary Policy Focus

Social Welfare

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6072

Leveraging Integrated Networks in Communities To Address Social Needs Act of 2021
Leveraging Integrated Networks in Communities To Address Social Needs Act of 2021
To establish a program to assist States in establishing or enhancing community integration network infrastructure for health and social services.

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