Proposed
Bill · 119th Congress · HR 5417
Health Access Innovation Act of 2025
Refreshed 2 h ago
Introduced 2025-09-16Topic: public health · health care · social servicesSummary
AI-generated summary, report an errorThis bill would let the U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services give grants to faith-based or community-based organizations to address health inequities and chronic disease. Grant money could pay for medical services, screenings, and tests, and support community health workers, navigators, and peer support specialists. To qualify, an organization must be located in a medically underserved community or a health professional shortage area and must have shown it can address chronic health disparities. The bill authorizes $50 million for fiscal year 2026, rising to $70 million in later years, with no more than 5 percent used for administrative costs.
Sponsors
- Nikema Williams Democrat sponsor
- 3 cosponsors
Action history
| Date | Chamber | Action | Status effect |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-09-16 | House | Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. | refer |
| 2025-09-16 | Introduced in House | introduce | |
| 2025-09-16 | Introduced in House | introduce |