H.R. 4858 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
Katrina Health Access, Recovery, and Empowerment Act of 2006
H.R. 4858 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) was introduced on Mar 2, 2006, sponsored by William Jefferson with 27 co-sponsors.
During the 109th Congress (2005–2006), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Mar 2, 2006
- Co-sponsors
- 27
- Policy area
- Health
What it does
Katrina Health Access, Recovery, and Empowerment Act of 2006 - Requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services to provide low-interest loans to small business concerns located in a Hurricane Katrina-affected area for the restoration of health care and health care services. Provides for tax credits, deductions, and grants for medical malpractice insurance and medical liability insurance for providers located in such areas.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
William Jefferson (D-LA). Co-sponsors: 27 Democrats.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMar 2, 2006
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. (Mar 17, 2006)
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