S. 1719 · 114th Congress
RAISE Family Caregivers Act
- Stage
- Passed a chamber
- Sponsor
- Susan Collins
- Introduced
- 2015-07-08
- Latest action
- 2015-12-09 · Received in the House.
Summary
Recognize, Assist, Include, Support, and Engage Family Caregivers Act of 2015 or the RAISE Family Caregivers Act
(Sec. 3) This bill directs the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to develop, maintain, and periodically update a National Family Caregiving Strategy.
(Sec. 4) HHS shall convene a Family Caregiving Advisory Council to advise it on recognizing and supporting family caregivers.
(Sec. 5) This Act shall terminate on December 31, 2025.