House
May 27, 2020Rapid Testing for Communities Act of 2020
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Rapid Testing for Communities Act of 2020 This bill establishes a grant program for hospitals, primary care facilities, and other health care providers to purchase equipment and related materials to increase access to same-day diagnostic testing in point-of-care settings. In awarding these grants, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention must prioritize recipients that provide services to medically underserved populations in rural areas.
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Introduced(5/27/20)
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Ms. DeGette
House (D) Colorado – 1
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Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
May 27, 2020