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Health and Social Services Support: New Community Programs.

This act establishes a new council to help state and local governments better coordinate health and social programs. The goal is to improve citizens' quality of life, especially for vulnerable populations, by using funds more effectively and tailoring services to needs. Grants will also be available for communities to develop and implement plans to improve health and well-being.
Key points
Creation of a Social Determinants Accelerator Council to advise and support local authorities in improving services.
Grants will be available for states, local governments, and tribes to develop and implement innovative plans to improve health and well-being in their communities.
The aim is to better utilize public funds for health and social services to provide greater benefits to citizens.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_3039
Sponsor: Sen. Young, Todd [R-IN]
Process start date: 2021-10-21