UNDERSTAND Act
Bill journey · stage 2 of 5
Under committee review
What it doesSummary introduced in senate (May 6, 2019)
Utilizing National Data, Effectively Reforming Standards and Tools, to Address Negative Determinates [sic] of Health Act or the UNDERSTAND Act
This bill requires the collection and reporting of social determinants of health that may affect Medicare, Medicaid, and Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) beneficiaries and individuals who receive services at federally qualified health centers. Social determinants of health include educational, employment, housing, and family circumstances.
What just happenedMay 6, 2019
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in SenateMay 6, 2019
- May 6, 2019IntroReferral
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Finance Committee - May 6, 2019IntroReferral10000
Introduced in Senate