H.R. 2347 · 117th Congress · 2021–2022
Strengthening the Vaccines for Children Program Act of 2021
H.R. 2347 in the 117th Congress (2021–2022) was introduced on Apr 1, 2021, sponsored by Kim Schrier with 45 co-sponsors.
During the 117th Congress (2021–2022), Joe Biden was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Apr 1, 2021
- Co-sponsors
- 45
- Policy area
- Health
What it does
Strengthening the Vaccines for Children Program Act of 2021 This bill modifies vaccination programs and coverage for children under Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP). Specifically, the bill expands and otherwise modifies the Vaccines for Children Program, which provides free vaccinations to individuals 18 years of age or younger who are uninsured or underinsured (i.e., with limited or no insurance for…
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Kim Schrier (D-WA). Co-sponsors: 41 Democrats, 4 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedApr 1, 2021
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote. (Jul 21, 2021)
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