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Health and Social Well-being Support: New Community Programs

This act aims to improve citizens' health and living conditions through better coordination of government programs. A special council will be established to help states and local communities more effectively utilize funds for health and social services. Citizens can expect improved access to coordinated services that address their daily needs, such as housing or education, leading to an overall improvement in their well-being and health.
Key points
Establishment of a Social Determinants Accelerator Council to coordinate various government agencies' efforts to improve health and living conditions.
Providing grants to states and local communities to develop plans for improving health and living conditions, with an emphasis on cost-effectiveness of public spending.
Supporting programs that link health services with other social services, such as housing, education, or transportation, to comprehensively address citizens' needs.
Ensuring that vulnerable populations are not denied access to Medicaid or other essential services as a result of the changes implemented.
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Additional Information
Social Determinants Accelerator Act of 2021
Print number: HR 2503
Sponsor: Rep. Bustos, Cheri [D-IL-17]
Process start date: 2021-04-14