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Increased Online Healthcare Access for Rural Areas

This act aims to improve healthcare access for individuals in rural areas. Through a new pilot program, residents in these regions will be able to use remote patient monitoring technology, making it easier to connect with doctors and specialists without long commutes. This means easier management of chronic conditions and better care coordination.
Key points
Establishes a pilot program to enable remote patient monitoring for individuals in rural areas.
Provides grants to healthcare facilities for equipment and staff training in remote monitoring technology.
Supports access to healthcare for individuals with chronic conditions, improving service coordination.
Requires technologies used to be FDA-approved and operable on cellular networks available in rural areas.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_2110
Sponsor: Sen. Kennedy, John [R-LA]
Process start date: 2021-06-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Increasing Rural Telehealth Access Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2110.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-06-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes a pilot program to enable remote patient monitoring for individuals in rural areas.
  • Provides grants to healthcare facilities for equipment and staff training in remote monitoring technology.
  • Supports access to healthcare for individuals with chronic conditions, improving service coordination.
  • Requires technologies used to be FDA-approved and operable on cellular networks available in rural areas.
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. Kennedy, John [R-LA].

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 2025-12-29.

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