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South Asian Heart Health Awareness and Research Act of 2024

3/23/2024, 8:53 AM

Summary of Bill S 3850

Bill 118 s 3850, also known as the South Asian Heart Health Awareness and Research Act of 2024, aims to address the high rates of heart disease among individuals of South Asian descent in the United States. The bill recognizes that South Asians have a higher risk of heart disease compared to other ethnic groups, and seeks to increase awareness and research efforts to better understand and combat this health disparity.

The key provisions of the bill include the establishment of a South Asian Heart Health Task Force, which will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to raise awareness about heart disease among South Asians. The task force will also work to improve access to culturally competent healthcare services for this population.

Additionally, the bill allocates funding for research on heart disease among South Asians, with a focus on identifying risk factors and developing effective prevention and treatment strategies. This research will be crucial in addressing the unique health needs of the South Asian community and reducing the prevalence of heart disease within this population. Overall, Bill 118 s 3850 represents a significant step towards addressing the health disparities faced by South Asians in the United States, particularly in relation to heart disease. By increasing awareness, improving access to care, and supporting research efforts, this legislation has the potential to make a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of individuals of South Asian descent.

Congressional Summary of S 3850

South Asian Heart Health Awareness and Research Act of 2024

This bill authorizes the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to award supplemental grants to states for heart-disease research and awareness among communities disproportionately affected by heart disease, including the South Asian population of the United States.

Current Status of Bill S 3850

Bill S 3850 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 29, 2024. Bill S 3850 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on February 29, 2024.  Bill S 3850's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of February 29, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3850

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3850

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

- Cardiovascular and respiratory health
- Congressional oversight
- Health programs administration and funding
- Minority health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3850

South Asian Heart Health Awareness and Research Act of 2024
South Asian Heart Health Awareness and Research Act of 2024
A bill to provide for research and improvement of cardiovascular health among the South Asian population of the United States, and for other purposes.
A bill to provide for research and improvement of cardiovascular health among the South Asian population of the United States, and for other purposes.

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