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HEADs UP Act of 2023
2/5/2024, 2:30 PM
Summary of Bill HR 3380
The bill aims to improve the safety of young athletes by requiring schools and youth sports organizations to implement guidelines for the prevention, identification, and treatment of TBIs. These guidelines would include protocols for removing athletes from play if they show signs of a possible TBI, as well as procedures for ensuring that they receive proper medical attention.
Additionally, the HEADs UP Act of 2023 would establish a grant program to help schools and organizations implement these guidelines and provide education and training for coaches, parents, and athletes on the risks and symptoms of TBIs. Overall, the goal of this legislation is to increase awareness of TBIs in youth sports and ensure that young athletes receive the necessary care and support to prevent long-term damage from these types of injuries.
Congressional Summary of HR 3380
Healthcare Extension and Accessibility for Developmentally disabled and Underserved Population Act of 2023 or the HEADs UP Act of 2023
This bill authorizes the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to award grants to support health centers that provide services for individuals with developmental disabilities, including dental care. Grant recipients must provide specialized treatment to individuals with developmental disabilities as necessary.
The bill also provides statutory authority for HHS to designate individuals with developmental disabilities as health-professional shortage population groups for the purposes of the National Health Service Corps (NHSC). The NHSC provides scholarships and student loan repayment awards to eligible providers who agree to work with designated populations or in areas that face shortages of primary care, dental care, and mental health care providers.
