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State Support to Combat Health Disparities in Medicaid

This act aims to improve healthcare for all citizens by supporting states in identifying and eliminating differences in access to medical services and treatment outcomes related to race or ethnicity. This will enable the Medicaid program to better serve patients' needs, regardless of their race or origin, potentially leading to healthier communities and improved maternal and infant care.
Key points
States can receive grants up to $500,000 to analyze medical data to detect racial disparities in healthcare.
Studies will focus on differences in treatment outcomes and healthcare service utilization, as well as social factors affecting maternal and infant health.
States receiving grants must submit a public report of their actions and future plans to improve the situation.
Funding for this purpose is $5 million in 2021 and $10 million in both 2022 and 2023.
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Additional Information
Care That’s Fair Act
Print number: HR 4554
Sponsor: Rep. Butterfield, G. K. [D-NC-1]
Process start date: 2021-07-20
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about State Support to Combat Health Disparities in Medicaid

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 4554.

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 2021-07-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • States can receive grants up to $500,000 to analyze medical data to detect racial disparities in healthcare.
  • Studies will focus on differences in treatment outcomes and healthcare service utilization, as well as social factors affecting maternal and infant health.
  • States receiving grants must submit a public report of their actions and future plans to improve the situation.
  • Funding for this purpose is $5 million in 2021 and $10 million in both 2022 and 2023.

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. Butterfield, G. K. [D-NC-1].

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 2025-12-28.

Analysis and Potential Impact of HR 4554

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