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SIGHT Act

10/21/2024, 11:53 PM

Summary of Bill S 5278

The "SIGHT Act" was introduced in the 118th Congress on September 25, 2024. The bill, designated as S. 5278, aims to enhance visual health services and accessibility. Specific provisions and directives outlined in the bill include measures to improve eye care access, promote vision research, and establish standards for visual health education. More information about the bill can be accessed through the official PDF version available at https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/s5278/BILLS-118s5278is.pdf.

Current Status of Bill S 5278

Bill S 5278 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 25, 2024. Bill S 5278 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on September 25, 2024.  Bill S 5278's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. as of September 25, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 5278

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 5278

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 5278

SIGHT Act
SIGHT Act
Supporting Innovative Global Health Technologies Act of 2024
A bill to provide additional authorities for the leadership of the United States Agency for International Development in health technology innovation for global health in low-resource settings, and for other purposes.

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