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COVID-19 Vaccine Access: Transportation Support for Underserved Communities

This act aims to improve access to COVID-19 vaccines, including booster shots, for individuals in low-income, minority, and other communities where transportation is a barrier. Through grants to community organizations, citizens can expect assistance with transportation to vaccination sites, reducing missed appointments and enhancing overall healthcare access.
Key points
Grant Program: The Secretary of Health and Human Services will award grants to community organizations to remove transportation barriers to vaccine access.
Community Focus: Assistance is targeted at individuals from low-income communities, minority communities, or other areas where transportation hinders healthcare access.
Transportation Services: Grants can cover prescheduled, on-demand, and "first and last mile" transportation services to vaccination sites.
Funding Boost: Increased federal funding (up to 100%) for states to cover non-emergency transportation costs related to coronavirus vaccinations.
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Print number: 117_HR_3013
Sponsor: Rep. Barragan, Nanette Diaz [D-CA-44]
Process start date: 2021-05-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

COVID Vaccine Transportation Access Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3013.

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 2021-05-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Grant Program: The Secretary of Health and Human Services will award grants to community organizations to remove transportation barriers to vaccine access.
  • Community Focus: Assistance is targeted at individuals from low-income communities, minority communities, or other areas where transportation hinders healthcare access.
  • Transportation Services: Grants can cover prescheduled, on-demand, and "first and last mile" transportation services to vaccination sites.
  • Funding Boost: Increased federal funding (up to 100%) for states to cover non-emergency transportation costs related to coronavirus vaccinations.
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. Barragan, Nanette Diaz [D-CA-44].

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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