OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE
Pediatric Access to Critical Healthcare Act
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_8200.
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 2024-05-01.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- Provides $6 billion over ten years for construction and modernization projects in children's hospitals and pediatric facilities.
- Funds can be used to expand patient capacity, upgrade digital security, and increase training and retention of pediatric staff.
- Facilities primarily serving children covered by Medicaid/CHIP or underserved communities receive priority for these grants.
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:
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Who is the primary sponsor?
The primary sponsor is Rep. Cárdenas, Tony [D-CA-29].
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.
What is the impact of this bill?
We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.