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SURS Extension Act

12/30/2022, 4:18 AM

Summary of Bill HR 6576

Bill 117 HR 6576, also known as the SURS Extension Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to extend the authorization of the State Unemployment Insurance and Employment Service (SURS) program for an additional five years.

The SURS program provides funding to states to support their unemployment insurance and employment service programs. These programs help individuals who are unemployed find new job opportunities and provide financial assistance to those who are out of work.

If passed, the SURS Extension Act would ensure that states continue to receive federal funding to support their unemployment insurance and employment service programs. This funding is crucial in helping individuals and families who are facing financial hardship due to unemployment. Overall, the SURS Extension Act aims to provide stability and support to state unemployment insurance and employment service programs, ultimately helping to strengthen the economy and support those in need.

Congressional Summary of HR 6576

Small Practice, Underserved, and Rural Support Program Extension Act of 2022 or the SURS Extension Act

This bill reauthorizes funds through FY2027 for the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to contract with specified entities (e.g., quality improvement organizations) to provide technical assistance regarding the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) and alternative payment models under Medicare, specifically for health professionals in practices with 15 or fewer professionals. (MIPS is an incentive program under Medicare that allows health professionals to receive payment adjustments based on certain performance measures.)

Current Status of Bill HR 6576

Bill HR 6576 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 2, 2022. Bill HR 6576 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on February 2, 2022.  Bill HR 6576's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of February 3, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6576

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
4
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
4
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6576

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6576

SURS Extension Act
SURS Extension Act
Small Practice, Underserved, and Rural Support Program Extension Act of 2022
To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to extend the Quality Payment Program-Small Practice, Underserved, and Rural Support program.

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