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Improving Healthcare Access for Individuals with Disabilities

This act aims to improve access to healthcare, including reproductive care, for individuals with disabilities. It provides for training for medical professionals, support for students with disabilities entering healthcare professions, and educational programs for patients. This should lead to better quality and accessibility of medical services for this group of citizens.
Key points
Training for Medical Professionals: Doctors and nurses will be better prepared to care for individuals with disabilities, improving service quality.
Support for Students with Disabilities: Facilitating access to medical education for individuals with disabilities will increase diversity in healthcare.
Patient Education: Educational programs will help individuals with disabilities better understand their rights and healthcare options.
Technical Assistance Center: A center will be established to support healthcare facilities in adapting to the needs of individuals with disabilities.
Research: Studies will be conducted to identify best practices in providing healthcare services for individuals with disabilities.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_4901
Sponsor: Rep. Bush, Cori [D-MO-1]
Process start date: 2023-07-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Reproductive Health Care Accessibility Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_4901.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-07-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Training for Medical Professionals: Doctors and nurses will be better prepared to care for individuals with disabilities, improving service quality.
  • Support for Students with Disabilities: Facilitating access to medical education for individuals with disabilities will increase diversity in healthcare.
  • Patient Education: Educational programs will help individuals with disabilities better understand their rights and healthcare options.
  • Technical Assistance Center: A center will be established to support healthcare facilities in adapting to the needs of individuals with disabilities.
  • Research: Studies will be conducted to identify best practices in providing healthcare services for individuals with disabilities.
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 Rep. Bush, Cori [D-MO-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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