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Support for Seniors: Telehealth and Virtual Visits in Care Facilities

This act aims to facilitate contact between seniors in nursing homes and their families during the COVID-19 pandemic. It provides funds for purchasing technology for virtual meetings and supports facilities in accessing telehealth services. This will make it easier for nursing home residents to communicate with loved ones and receive remote healthcare.
Key points
50 million dollars for telehealth development in nursing facilities, improving seniors' access to doctors.
Grants for care facilities to acquire equipment for virtual visits, making it easier for seniors to connect with families.
Guidelines for nursing homes on ensuring seniors have access to virtual visits and support in using the technology.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_57
Sponsor: Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN]
Process start date: 2021-01-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

ACCESS Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_57.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-01-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • 50 million dollars for telehealth development in nursing facilities, improving seniors' access to doctors.
  • Grants for care facilities to acquire equipment for virtual visits, making it easier for seniors to connect with families.
  • Guidelines for nursing homes on ensuring seniors have access to virtual visits and support in using the technology.
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 2025-12-29.

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