House Bill 7026
116th Congress(2019-2020)
Rapid Testing for Communities Act of 2020
Introduced
Introduced in House on May 27, 2020
Origin Chamber
House
Type
Bill
Bill
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Bill Number
7026
Congress
116
Policy Area
Health
Health
Primary focus of measure is science or practice of the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease; health services administration and funding, including such programs as Medicare and Medicaid; health personnel and medical education; drug use and safety; health care coverage and insurance; health facilities. Measures concerning controlled substances and drug trafficking may fall under Crime and Law Enforcement policy area.
No House votes have been held for this bill.
Summary
Rapid Testing for Communities Act of 2020
This bill establishes a grant program for hospitals, primary care facilities, and other health care providers to purchase equipment and related materials to increase access to same-day diagnostic testing in point-of-care settings. In awarding these grants, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention must prioritize recipients that provide services to medically underserved populations in rural areas.
May 27, 2020
05/27/2020
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
05/27/2020
Introduced in House
Public Record
Record Updated
Jan 11, 2023 1:42:49 PM