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Support for Community Health Workers in Underserved Areas

This act aims to improve healthcare access in communities, especially those medically underserved. It provides funding for community health workers who assist residents in understanding health conditions, accessing services, and promoting healthy behaviors. This means citizens in need can more easily get support and information regarding their health.
Key points
Increased financial support for programs employing community health workers.
Community health workers will assist in educating about health conditions, access to medical, housing, educational, and nutritional services.
Programs will focus on areas with high rates of chronic disease, infant and maternal mortality, and low-income and ethnic minority populations.
Requirement to provide services in the language and cultural context most appropriate for residents.
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Print number: 117_HR_8151
Sponsor: Rep. Ruiz, Raul [D-CA-36]
Process start date: 2022-06-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Building a Sustainable Workforce for Healthy Communities Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8151.

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 2022-06-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased financial support for programs employing community health workers.
  • Community health workers will assist in educating about health conditions, access to medical, housing, educational, and nutritional services.
  • Programs will focus on areas with high rates of chronic disease, infant and maternal mortality, and low-income and ethnic minority populations.
  • Requirement to provide services in the language and cultural context most appropriate for residents.
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. Ruiz, Raul [D-CA-36].

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