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Patient Access to End of Life Care Act
1/4/2025, 11:17 AM
Summary of Bill HR 8137
Bill 118 hr 8137, also known as the Patient Access to End of Life Care Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to improve access to end-of-life care for patients who are facing serious illnesses or nearing the end of their lives.
One key provision of the bill is the establishment of a grant program to support healthcare providers in offering comprehensive end-of-life care services. This includes palliative care, pain management, and emotional support for patients and their families. The bill also aims to increase education and training for healthcare providers in delivering high-quality end-of-life care.
Additionally, the Patient Access to End of Life Care Act seeks to improve communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers regarding end-of-life care preferences. This includes promoting advance care planning and ensuring that patients' wishes are respected and honored. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the quality of care for patients at the end of their lives and ensure that they have access to the support and resources they need during this difficult time. It is currently being reviewed by Congress and may undergo further revisions before potentially becoming law.
One key provision of the bill is the establishment of a grant program to support healthcare providers in offering comprehensive end-of-life care services. This includes palliative care, pain management, and emotional support for patients and their families. The bill also aims to increase education and training for healthcare providers in delivering high-quality end-of-life care.
Additionally, the Patient Access to End of Life Care Act seeks to improve communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers regarding end-of-life care preferences. This includes promoting advance care planning and ensuring that patients' wishes are respected and honored. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the quality of care for patients at the end of their lives and ensure that they have access to the support and resources they need during this difficult time. It is currently being reviewed by Congress and may undergo further revisions before potentially becoming law.
Current Status of Bill HR 8137
Bill HR 8137 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 26, 2024. Bill HR 8137 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 26, 2024. Bill HR 8137's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of December 17, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8137
Total Number of Sponsors
3Democrat Sponsors
3Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
1Democrat Cosponsors
1Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8137
Primary Policy Focus
HealthAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8137
To provide for an exception to the restrictions described in the Assisted Suicide Funding Restriction Act of 1997 with respect to certain States.
To provide for an exception to the restrictions described in the Assisted Suicide Funding Restriction Act of 1997 with respect to certain States.
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