S. 1185 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
Rural Provider Equity Act of 2003
S. 1185 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) was introduced on Jun 4, 2003, sponsored by Craig Thomas with 20 co-sponsors.
During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Jun 4, 2003
- Co-sponsors
- 20
- Policy area
- Health
What it does
Rural Provider Equity Act of 2003 - Amends title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act (SSA), the Public Health Service Act, and other Federal law with respect to rural health care, especially: (1) physician reimbursement; (2) rural health clinics and community health centers; (3) home health services; (4) air and ground ambulance services; (5) mental health care accessibility; and (6) rural health services research.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Craig Thomas (R-WY). Co-sponsors: 9 Democrats, 10 Republicans, 1 Independent.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJun 4, 2003
- Passed the Senate—
- Passed the House—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (text of measure as introduced: CR S7397-7400) (Jun 4, 2003)
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From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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