What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is S 1397.
Improving Tribal Health Data: Better Access and Quality
This act aims to enhance the collection, availability, and protection of health data concerning Indian Tribes and Tribal organizations. This will provide these communities with improved access to health information, enabling them to plan healthcare and public programs more effectively. The changes are designed to ensure more accurate data, leading to better health-related decisions within these communities.
Key points
Indian Tribes and Tribal organizations will gain broader access to health data, facilitating their healthcare management.
New standards and guidelines will be introduced to improve the quality and accuracy of health data, including birth and death records, for American Indians and Alaska Natives.
The act promotes cooperation among federal, state, and tribal agencies for better health data collection and analysis, aiming to eliminate errors and underestimations.
Funding of $185 million annually for fiscal years 2021 through 2025 is authorized to support these efforts.
Status:
Expired
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