H.R. 2503 · 117th Congress
Social Determinants Accelerator Act of 2021
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- Cheri Bustos
- Introduced
- 2021-04-14
- Latest action
- 2021-07-15 · Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Summary
Social Determinants Accelerator Act of 2021
This bill establishes the Social Determinants Accelerator Interagency Council to increase coordination among health and social service programs and provide technical assistance to increase the impact of such programs.
The council must also assist the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to award up to 25 grants to state, local, or tribal health or human services agencies for social determinants accelerator plans. These plans must address at least one health and one social outcome for a specified target population.