ADAPT Act

Hozzl · 2024-12-19T09:06:22Z

Explore the details of House Bill 9138 ADAPT Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/19/2024, 9:06 AM

Summary of Bill HR 9138

The ADAPT Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 9138, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to improve access to affordable housing for individuals with disabilities.

The ADAPT Act aims to achieve this goal by providing funding for the construction and renovation of housing units that are accessible to individuals with disabilities. This includes making modifications to existing housing units to ensure they meet the needs of individuals with disabilities, such as installing ramps, wider doorways, and accessible bathrooms.

Additionally, the ADAPT Act seeks to increase funding for programs that provide rental assistance to individuals with disabilities, making it easier for them to afford housing in the community. The bill also includes provisions to improve access to transportation for individuals with disabilities, ensuring they can easily travel to work, school, and other important destinations. Overall, the ADAPT Act is designed to address the housing and transportation challenges faced by individuals with disabilities, with the goal of promoting independence and inclusion in society. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it is a necessary step towards ensuring equal opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

Current Status of Bill HR 9138

Bill HR 9138 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 25, 2024. Bill HR 9138 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 25, 2024. Bill HR 9138's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of December 17, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 9138

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 9138

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Health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 9138

To expand psychological mental and behavioral health services to Medicare, Medicaid, and CHIP beneficiaries by permitting reimbursement of psychological services provided by certain supervised psychology trainees, and facilitating the reimbursement of those services.