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Debate on Bills: Health, Research, and Demographic Data

This document outlines the procedures in the U.S. House of Representatives for debating and voting on three significant bills. These bills cover collecting data on sexual orientation and gender identity, establishing an agency for advanced health research, and reauthorizing mental health and substance use disorder programs. These changes could impact access to healthcare services and how societal data is collected.
Key points
Enabling the collection of voluntary, self-disclosed information on sexual orientation and gender identity in certain federal surveys, potentially leading to a better understanding of diverse community needs.
Establishing the Advanced Research Projects Agency-Health (ARPA-H), which could accelerate the development of new medical treatments and technologies.
Reauthorizing programs related to mental health and substance use disorders, potentially improving access to support for individuals in need.
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VOTING RESULTS
2022-06-22
For 214
Against 202
Abstain 0
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Status:
Adopted
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HRES_1191
Sponsor: Rep. Ross, Deborah K. [D-NC-2]
Process start date: 2022-06-21
Voting date: 2022-06-22
Meeting no: 2
Voting no: 280
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4176) to improve Federal population surveys by requiring the collection of voluntary, self-disclosed information on sexual orientation and gender identity in certain surveys, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5585) to establish the Advanced Research Projects Agency-Health, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 7666) to amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize certain programs relating to mental health and substance use disorders, and for other purposes; and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HRES_1191.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-06-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Enabling the collection of voluntary, self-disclosed information on sexual orientation and gender identity in certain federal surveys, potentially leading to a better understanding of diverse community needs.
  • Establishing the Advanced Research Projects Agency-Health (ARPA-H), which could accelerate the development of new medical treatments and technologies.
  • Reauthorizing programs related to mental health and substance use disorders, potentially improving access to support for individuals in need.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Adopted.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Ross, Deborah K. [D-NC-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 214 - 202 (Roll no. 280). (text: CR H5745)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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