S. 652 · 115th Congress · 2017–2018
Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2017
S. 652 in the 115th Congress (2017–2018) became law — introduced on Mar 15, 2017, sponsored by Rob Portman with 14 co-sponsors.
During the 115th Congress (2017–2018), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Mar 15, 2017
- Co-sponsors
- 14
- Policy area
- Health
- Public law
- Public Law 115-71
What it does
Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2017 (Sec. 2) This bill amends the Public Health Service Act to revise programs for deaf and hard-of-hearing newborns and infants, including to expand the programs to include young children. The programs are reauthorized through FY2022.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Rob Portman (R-OH). Co-sponsors: 8 Democrats, 4 Republicans, 2 Independents.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMar 15, 2017
- Passed the SenateSep 6, 2017
- Passed the HouseOct 3, 2017
- Sent to the PresidentOct 6, 2017
- Became lawOct 18, 2017
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 115-71. (Oct 18, 2017)
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Committees
- Energy and Commerce Committee
- Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee
More
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