I CAN Act

Hozzl · 2024-12-21T09:05:54Z

Explore the details of House Bill 2713 I CAN Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/21/2024, 9:05 AM

Summary of Bill HR 2713

Bill 118 hr 2713, also known as the I CAN Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the goal of promoting financial literacy and education among young people. The bill aims to provide resources and support for schools to teach students about important financial topics such as budgeting, saving, investing, and managing debt.

The I CAN Act proposes the creation of a grant program that would allocate funding to schools that implement financial literacy programs. These programs would be designed to help students develop the skills and knowledge necessary to make informed financial decisions throughout their lives. The bill also calls for the development of standardized assessments to measure students' financial literacy levels and track their progress over time.

Additionally, the I CAN Act includes provisions for teacher training and professional development in the area of financial education. This would ensure that educators have the tools and resources they need to effectively teach financial literacy to their students. Overall, the I CAN Act seeks to address the lack of financial education in schools and empower young people to take control of their financial futures. By equipping students with the knowledge and skills needed to make sound financial decisions, the bill aims to promote financial stability and success for future generations.

Congressional Summary of HR 2713

Improving Care and Access to Nurses Act or the I CAN Act

This bill allows other health care providers besides physicians (e.g., nurses) to provide certain services under Medicare and Medicaid.

Among other changes, the bill (1) allows a nurse practitioner or physician assistant to fulfill documentation requirements for Medicare coverage of special shoes for diabetic individuals; (2) expedites the ability of physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and clinical nurse specialists to supervise Medicare cardiac, intensive cardiac, and pulmonary rehabilitation programs; and (3) allows nurse practitioners to certify the need for inpatient hospital services under Medicare and Medicaid.

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Current Status of Bill HR 2713

Bill HR 2713 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 19, 2023. Bill HR 2713 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 19, 2023. Bill HR 2713's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of December 17, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2713

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2713

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

- Administrative law and regulatory procedures

- Blood and blood diseases

- Cardiovascular and respiratory health

- Civil actions and liability

- Department of Health and Human Services

- Drug therapy

- Health care costs and insurance

- Health care coverage and access

- Health personnel

- Health technology, devices, supplies

- Home and outpatient care

- Hospital care

- Long-term, rehabilitative, and terminal care

- Medicaid

- Medicare

- Nutrition and diet

- Sex and reproductive health

- Surgery and anesthesia

- Women's health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2713

I CAN Act

Improving Care and Access to Nurses Act

To amend titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to increase access to services provided by advanced practice registered nurses under the Medicare and Medicaid programs, and for other purposes.