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Support for Community Health Workers and Public Health Improvement

This act aims to improve access to healthcare in communities, especially those medically underserved. It provides funding for community health workers who will help people understand and access health services, education, and other vital resources like housing or food. The goal is to reduce health disparities and improve the overall health of citizens.
Key points
Increase the number of community health workers to support residents in accessing healthcare and other services.
Focus on health education and promoting healthy behaviors, especially in areas with high rates of chronic diseases.
Support for medically underserved communities, including racial and ethnic minorities, and rural areas.
Improve access to information about health, mental health, housing, educational, and nutritional services.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_3479
Sponsor: Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA]
Process start date: 2022-01-11
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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_S_3479.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-01-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increase the number of community health workers to support residents in accessing healthcare and other services.
  • Focus on health education and promoting healthy behaviors, especially in areas with high rates of chronic diseases.
  • Support for medically underserved communities, including racial and ethnic minorities, and rural areas.
  • Improve access to information about health, mental health, housing, educational, and nutritional services.
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. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA].

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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Health