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Increased Federal Funding for Urban Indian Health Organizations.

This act aims to increase financial support for urban Indian health organizations. It means that medical services provided by these organizations will be 100% federally funded, potentially improving access and quality of healthcare for Native Americans living in urban areas.
Key points
The federal government will cover 100% of medical assistance costs for urban Indian health organizations.
The change seeks to ensure equitable access to healthcare for Native Americans, regardless of their place of residence.
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Print number: 117_HR_1373
Sponsor: Rep. Ruiz, Raul [D-CA-36]
Process start date: 2021-02-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Urban Indian Health Parity Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1373.

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 2021-02-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The federal government will cover 100% of medical assistance costs for urban Indian health organizations.
  • The change seeks to ensure equitable access to healthcare for Native Americans, regardless of their place of residence.
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. Ruiz, Raul [D-CA-36].

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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