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Nursing Home Support: Enhanced Infection Control and Patient Safety.

This bill aims to improve safety in nursing homes, especially concerning infectious diseases like COVID-19. It allocates $200 million to support facilities in preventing and mitigating the spread of infections, directly impacting the health and safety of elderly residents and their families.
Key points
Nursing homes will receive $200 million for infection control, including COVID-19.
Funds will be used to develop and implement new safety and hygiene protocols.
The goal is to protect the health of nursing home residents and reduce infection risks.
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Print number: 117_HR_1000
Sponsor: Rep. Kind, Ron [D-WI-3]
Process start date: 2021-02-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Infection Control Training and Support Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1000.

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 2021-02-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Nursing homes will receive $200 million for infection control, including COVID-19.
  • Funds will be used to develop and implement new safety and hygiene protocols.
  • The goal is to protect the health of nursing home residents and reduce infection risks.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Kind, Ron [D-WI-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

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

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