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US HR7140

US HR7140
PROTECTS Act Promote Responsible Oversight and Targeted Employee background Check Transparency for Seniors Act


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Introduced
03/17/2022
In Committee
03/18/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023

Introduced Session

117th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to increase the ability of Medicare and Medicaid providers to access the National Practitioner Data Bank for the purpose of conducting employee background checks.

AI Summary

This bill, the PROTECTS Act, aims to amend the Social Security Act to increase the ability of Medicare and Medicaid providers, including hospitals, healthcare entities, and suppliers, to access the National Practitioner Data Bank for the purpose of conducting employee background checks. The bill expands the definition of "health care entities" that can access the National Practitioner Data Bank to include a broader range of Medicare and Medicaid providers and suppliers, enabling them to more thoroughly vet potential employees and ensure the safety of vulnerable populations, such as seniors, receiving care.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry, Health and Social Services

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. (on 03/18/2022)

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