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Connecting Health and Social Services: Grants for States

This bill creates a grant program for states to build or improve systems connecting healthcare with social services like housing or food. It aims to make it easier for citizens to access needed help in one place. The program intends to improve coordination and access to a wide range of services.
Key points
States can receive funds to create technology networks linking doctors, hospitals, and organizations providing housing, food, or transportation assistance.
The goal is better access to health and social services, including food aid, housing, transportation, and job training.
The program promotes collaboration between state agencies and private and non-profit organizations.
$150 million is authorized to fund these state efforts from 2022 to 2026.
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Print number: 117_HR_6072
Sponsor: Rep. Kildee, Daniel T. [D-MI-5]
Process start date: 2021-11-23