Bill > HR1974

This bill is a comprehensive appropriations and extensions measure that provides funding and extends various government programs through April 11, 2025. The bill is divided into two main sections: Division A focuses on continuing appropriations, and Division B covers extensions across multiple sectors. In the appropriations section, the bill includes $750 million for the Federal Emergency Management Agency's Disaster Relief Fund and $1,650,000 for the Office of Navajo and Hopi Relocation. The extensions portion covers a wide range of areas, including health services like community health centers, national health service corps, special diabetes programs, and Medicare-related provisions. Notably, the bill extends several telehealth flexibilities that were implemented during the COVID-19 pandemic, such as removing geographic restrictions for telehealth services and expanding the types of practitioners who can provide these services. The bill also makes technical amendments to various existing laws, primarily extending funding and program authorities for short periods. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for miscellaneous extensions related to areas like cybersecurity, whistleblower programs, and protection of certain facilities from unmanned aircraft. The legislation is designed to provide continuity of government funding and services while Congress works on more comprehensive appropriations bills.

Budget and Finance

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/1974/all-info