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Introduced
01/31/2024
01/31/2024
In Committee
01/31/2024
01/31/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2025
01/03/2025
Introduced Session
118th Congress
Bill Summary
A bill to permit nurse practitioners and physician assistants to furnish necessary services, appliances, and supplies to individuals receiving medical benefits for illnesses.
AI Summary
This bill, the Health Care for Energy Workers Act of 2024, aims to expand the authority of nurse practitioners and physician assistants to provide necessary services, appliances, and supplies to individuals receiving medical benefits for illnesses under the Energy Employees Occupational Illness Compensation Program Act of 2000. The bill amends the existing law to allow these healthcare providers, acting within the scope of their practice under state law, to prescribe, recommend, or order such medical items and services for eligible individuals, providing them with greater access to comprehensive care.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (on 01/31/2024)
Bill Topics
Health
- ‐ Regulation of Health-Related Occupations and Services
Labor and Employment
- ‐ Employee Benefits
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/3700/all-info | 02/01/2024 |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/s3700/BILLS-118s3700is.pdf | 02/14/2024 |
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