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Including Middle Eastern and North African Communities in Health Minority Definition.

This act aims to include individuals from the Middle East and North Africa in the definition of racial and ethnic minority groups within the Public Health Service Act. This means these communities could benefit from health programs and activities designed for minorities, potentially improving access to care and research for these groups.
Key points
People from the Middle East and North Africa will be officially recognized as an ethnic minority in the context of health programs.
The change aims to ensure these communities receive appropriate funding and support in federal health programs, proportionate to their needs and size.
The goal is to improve health equity and access to care and research for these groups, without negatively impacting other minorities.
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Print number: 117_HR_7591
Sponsor: Rep. Tlaib, Rashida [D-MI-13]
Process start date: 2022-04-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Health Equity and MENA Community Inclusion Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7591.

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 2022-04-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • People from the Middle East and North Africa will be officially recognized as an ethnic minority in the context of health programs.
  • The change aims to ensure these communities receive appropriate funding and support in federal health programs, proportionate to their needs and size.
  • The goal is to improve health equity and access to care and research for these groups, without negatively impacting other minorities.
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. Tlaib, Rashida [D-MI-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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Health Migration