HR-379 : Still Just a Bill


Improving Social Determinants of Health Act of 2021

This bill requires the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to establish a program to improve health outcomes and reduce health inequities by, for example, coordinating activities across the CDC. As part of the program, the CDC must award grants to eligible organizations to build capacity to address social determinants of health. The CDC shall provide for an independent evaluation of certain grants and report findings to Congress.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2021-02-02CommitteeReferred to the Subcommittee on Health.House committee actions
2021-01-21IntroReferralReferred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.House floor actions
2021-01-21IntroReferralIntroduced in HouseLibrary of Congress

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Health
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  • Government studies and investigations
  • Health care coverage and access
  • Health care quality
  • Health programs administration and funding
  • Health promotion and preventive care
  • Intergovernmental relations
  • Medical research
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