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Rapid Medical Tests: Support for Facilities and Laboratories

This act aims to improve access to rapid medical tests, such as molecular, serological, and antigen tests, by authorizing grants for healthcare facilities. Additionally, it supports laboratories in acquiring advanced diagnostic equipment. The goal is to enable faster diagnostics and better access to tests, especially in rural areas.
Key points
Medical facilities (hospitals, clinics, doctor's offices) can receive up to $20,000 for equipment and supplies for rapid tests.
Public and network laboratories can receive up to $2,000,000 for advanced high-throughput diagnostic equipment.
Priority for grants is given to facilities serving rural areas and medically underserved populations.
The bill authorizes a total of $750 million for fiscal year 2021 to carry out these programs.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_1018
Sponsor: Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN]
Process start date: 2021-03-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Access to TESTs Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_1018.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Medical facilities (hospitals, clinics, doctor's offices) can receive up to $20,000 for equipment and supplies for rapid tests.
  • Public and network laboratories can receive up to $2,000,000 for advanced high-throughput diagnostic equipment.
  • Priority for grants is given to facilities serving rural areas and medically underserved populations.
  • The bill authorizes a total of $750 million for fiscal year 2021 to carry out these programs.
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 Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Health Public Investments