CARING for Social Determinants Act of 2023

Hozzl · 2023-12-15T15:54:43Z

Explore the details of House Bill 1066 CARING for Social Determinants Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/15/2023, 3:54 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1066

Bill 118 hr 1066, also known as the CARING for Social Determinants Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at addressing social determinants of health. The bill recognizes that factors such as housing, education, and access to healthy food can have a significant impact on an individual's overall health and well-being.

The CARING for Social Determinants Act seeks to improve coordination between healthcare providers and social service agencies in order to better address these social determinants. It calls for the establishment of a grant program to support partnerships between healthcare providers and community-based organizations that work to address social determinants of health.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to increase funding for programs that provide housing assistance, job training, and other social services that can help individuals improve their health outcomes. It also calls for the development of a national strategy to address social determinants of health and reduce health disparities among different populations. Overall, the CARING for Social Determinants Act of 2023 aims to promote a more holistic approach to healthcare by addressing the underlying social factors that can impact an individual's health. It emphasizes the importance of collaboration between healthcare providers and social service agencies in order to improve health outcomes for all individuals, regardless of their socioeconomic status.

Congressional Summary of HR 1066

Collecting and Analyzing Resources Integral and Necessary for Guidance for Social Determinants Act of 2023 or the CARING for Social Determinants Act of 2023

This bill requires the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to periodically update specified guidance to help states address social determinants of health (e.g., socioeconomic factors) under Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP).

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Current Status of Bill HR 1066

Bill HR 1066 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 17, 2023. Bill HR 1066 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 17, 2023. Bill HR 1066's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of February 24, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1066

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1066

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Health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1066

CARING for Social Determinants Act of 2023

Collecting and Analyzing Resources Integral and Necessary for Guidance for Social Determinants Act of 2023

To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to issue and disseminate guidance to States to clarify strategies to address social determinants of health under the Medicaid program and the Children's Health Insurance Program, and for other purposes.