EMPSA Act

Hozzl · 2024-12-20T09:05:47Z

Explore the details of House Bill 7055 EMPSA Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Social Welfare. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/20/2024, 9:05 AM

Summary of Bill HR 7055

The Emergency Medical Provider Support Act (EMPSA) is a bill introduced in the US Congress as H.R. 7055. The purpose of this legislation is to provide support and resources to emergency medical providers, such as paramedics and emergency medical technicians (EMTs), who are on the front lines of responding to medical emergencies.

The EMPSA Act aims to address several key issues facing emergency medical providers, including workforce shortages, mental health challenges, and the need for additional training and resources. The bill includes provisions for grants to support recruitment and retention of emergency medical providers, as well as funding for mental health services and training programs.

Additionally, the EMPSA Act seeks to improve coordination and communication between emergency medical providers and other healthcare professionals, as well as with local and state agencies. This includes establishing a national database of emergency medical providers to track workforce trends and identify areas of need. Overall, the EMPSA Act is designed to strengthen the emergency medical provider workforce and ensure that these essential healthcare professionals have the support and resources they need to effectively respond to medical emergencies.

Congressional Summary of HR 7055

Eliminating the Marriage Penalty in SSI Act or the EMPSA Act

This bill excludes a spouse's income and resources when determining eligibility for Supplemental Security Income (SSI), and disregards marital status when calculating the SSI benefit amount, for an adult who has a diagnosed intellectual or developmental disability. (SSI is a federal income supplement program designed to help aged, blind, and disabled individuals with limited income and resources meet basic needs.)

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Current Status of Bill HR 7055

Bill HR 7055 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 18, 2024. Bill HR 7055 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 18, 2024. Bill HR 7055's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Work and Welfare. as of December 17, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7055

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7055

Primary Policy Focus

Social Welfare

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7055

EMPSA Act

Eliminating the Marriage Penalty in SSI Act

To amend title XVI of the Social Security Act to provide that the supplemental security income benefits of adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities shall not be reduced by reason of marriage.