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Inclusion of Middle Eastern and North African in Health Minority Groups.

This act aims to include individuals from the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) in the definition of racial and ethnic minorities within the Public Health Service Act. This will allow these communities to access health programs and resources intended for historically marginalized groups, helping to reduce health disparities. The act also mandates a comprehensive study of the MENA population's health to better understand their needs and health issues.
Key points
Individuals from the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) will be officially recognized as a racial and ethnic minority in health programs.
MENA communities will gain access to health programs and resources previously unavailable to them.
A detailed study of the MENA population's health will be conducted to identify their specific health problems and needs.
Health data for MENA individuals will be collected separately, allowing for a better understanding and addressing of health disparities.
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Additional Information
Health Equity and MENA Community Inclusion Act of 2023
Print number: HR 2730
Sponsor: Rep. Tlaib, Rashida [D-MI-12]
Process start date: 2023-04-19