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Sickle Cell Care Expansion: Scholarships and Community Programs

This act aims to improve care for individuals with sickle cell disease. It introduces scholarship and loan repayment programs for doctors who commit to research or treatment of this condition. Additionally, it supports local education and advocacy programs for patients and their families.
Key points
Doctors specializing in sickle cell disease can receive scholarships or student loan repayments in exchange for working in this field.
Financial support for organizations that educate and assist individuals with sickle cell disease and their families.
The goal is to increase the number of specialists and improve access to information about the disease, especially for adult patients.
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Print number: 117_HR_7177
Sponsor: Rep. Crist, Charlie [D-FL-13]
Process start date: 2022-03-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Sickle Cell Care Expansion Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7177.

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 2022-03-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Doctors specializing in sickle cell disease can receive scholarships or student loan repayments in exchange for working in this field.
  • Financial support for organizations that educate and assist individuals with sickle cell disease and their families.
  • The goal is to increase the number of specialists and improve access to information about the disease, especially for adult patients.
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. Crist, Charlie [D-FL-13].

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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