Congenital Heart Futures Reauthorization Act of 2015
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (5 Nov 2015): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S7816-7817; text of measure as introduced: CR S7817)
What this bill does
This bill, the Congenital Heart Futures Reauthorization Act of 2015, would require the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to conduct a study on congenital heart disease from birth through adulthood. The study would examine health care use, demographic factors, and outcomes for individuals with this condition, and the CDC would also implement an awareness and education campaign about it. Additionally, the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute would be required to report on its current and future congenital heart disease research.
The bill specifically affects individuals born with congenital heart disease and those involved in researching and treating the condition. The CDC's annual reports and public awareness campaign aim to improve understanding and support for this population. The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute's research plans would be made public.
As of its introduction on November 5, 2015, the bill has been referred to the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. Further legislative action would depend on the committee's review and any subsequent votes by the Senate and House of Representatives.
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Official summary
Congenital Heart Futures Reauthorization Act of 2015
This bill amends the Public Health Service Act to require the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to report annually on its research activities, including a study of congenital heart disease, from birth to adulthood, that considers health care utilization, demographic factors, and outcomes. (Congenital heart disease is a condition caused by a heart defect that is present at birth.)
The CDC must implement an awareness, outreach, and education campaign regarding congenital heart disease.
The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute must report on its ongoing research efforts regarding congenital heart disease, future plans for such research, and areas of greatest need for such research.
Timeline
5 Nov 2015
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S7816-7817; text of measure as introduced: CR S7817)
Common questions
- What does S. 2248 do?
- This bill, the Congenital Heart Futures Reauthorization Act of 2015, would require the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to conduct a study on congenital heart disease from birth through adulthood. The study would examine health care use, demographic factors, and outcomes for individuals with this condition, and the CDC would also implement an awareness and education campaign about it. Additionally, the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute would be required to report on its current and future congenital heart disease research. The bill specifically affects individuals born with congenital heart disease and those involved in researching and treating the condition. The CDC's annual reports and public awareness campaign aim to improve understanding and support for this population. The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute's research plans would be made public. As of its introduction on November 5, 2015, the bill has been referred to the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. Further legislative action would depend on the committee's review and any subsequent votes by the Senate and House of Representatives.
- Has S. 2248 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for S. 2248. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored S. 2248?
- S. 2248 was sponsored by Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL] (D-IL), with 8 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on S. 2248?
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S7816-7817; text of measure as introduced: CR S7817) (5 Nov 2015).
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