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Preventive Health Savings Act: Better Budgeting for Future Health

This act changes how the government evaluates the costs and savings related to healthcare. It aims to better account for the long-term financial benefits of investing in preventive health care. This could lead to more informed decisions about funding health programs, potentially resulting in better care and reduced future expenses.
Key points
The government will now more accurately assess how investments in preventive health care (e.g., vaccinations, educational programs) can lower future treatment costs.
New rules allow for better health budget planning, considering long-term savings from disease prevention.
Citizens may benefit from potentially increased support for programs promoting healthy lifestyles and early disease detection.
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Print number: 118_HR_766
Sponsor: Rep. Burgess, Michael C. [R-TX-26]
Process start date: 2023-02-02