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Senior Support: Telehealth and Virtual Visits in Care Facilities

This act aims to increase access to telehealth and virtual visit technologies for residents of nursing facilities during the COVID-19 pandemic. It will help seniors connect with family and loved ones more easily, and facilities will receive funds for necessary equipment and technical support.
Key points
50 million dollars for technical and legal support for care facilities regarding telehealth.
Grants for nursing facilities to purchase equipment and cover staffing costs for virtual visits.
Guidance for facilities on how to ensure seniors have access to virtual meetings with family and loved ones.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_596
Sponsor: Rep. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9]
Process start date: 2021-01-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

ACCESS Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_596.

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 2021-01-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • 50 million dollars for technical and legal support for care facilities regarding telehealth.
  • Grants for nursing facilities to purchase equipment and cover staffing costs for virtual visits.
  • Guidance for facilities on how to ensure seniors have access to virtual meetings with family and loved ones.
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. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9].

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.

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