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DOC Act

12/15/2023, 3:56 PM

Summary of Bill HR 2569

The DOC Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 2569, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address issues related to the Department of Commerce (DOC) and its operations.

The DOC Act aims to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the Department of Commerce by streamlining its processes and increasing transparency. It includes provisions that would require the DOC to regularly report on its activities and expenditures, as well as undergo regular audits to ensure accountability.

Additionally, the bill seeks to enhance the DOC's ability to promote economic growth and job creation by strengthening its partnerships with businesses and other stakeholders. It also includes measures to support small businesses and entrepreneurs, as well as initiatives to promote innovation and competitiveness in key industries. Overall, the DOC Act is focused on modernizing and improving the operations of the Department of Commerce in order to better serve the American people and support economic growth. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it will help to create a more efficient and effective DOC, while critics raise concerns about potential costs and unintended consequences.

Congressional Summary of HR 2569

Doctors of Community Act or the DOC Act

This bill reauthorizes and provides mandatory funding for graduate medical education programs operated by teaching health centers.

The bill sets out funding levels through FY2033. Funding for FY2034 and beyond equals the preceding fiscal year's amount adjusted for medical inflation.

Current Status of Bill HR 2569

Bill HR 2569 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 10, 2023. Bill HR 2569 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 10, 2023.  Bill HR 2569's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of April 21, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2569

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
18
Democrat Cosponsors
18
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2569

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2569

DOC Act
DOC Act
Doctors of Community Act
To amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize the program of payments to teaching health centers that operate graduate medical education programs.

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