S1028: Recognize, Assist, Include, Support, and Engage Family Caregivers Act of 2017

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Seal of the US Department of Health and Human Services

Seal of the US Department of Health and Human Services

Orders HHS to develop a National Family Caregiving Strategy.

Official Summary

Recognize, Assist, Include, Support, and Engage Family Caregivers Act of 2017 or the RAISE Family Caregivers Act

This bill directs the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to develop, maintain, and periodically update a National Family Caregiving Strategy.

HHS shall convene a Family Caregiving Advisory Council to advise it on recognizing and supporting family caregivers.

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Passed House
Passed Senate
2017-09-26
Signed by President
Became Public Law

Amendments

S.Amdt.1102: https://www.congress.gov/amendment/115th-congress/senate-amendment/1102

Sponsors

Original sponsor: Sen. Collins, Susan M. [R-ME]

Cosponsors: Sen. Baldwin, Tammy [D-WI], Sen. Murkowski, Lisa [R-AK], Sen. Bennet, Michael F. [D-CO], Sen. Stabenow, Debbie [D-MI], Sen. Coons, Christopher A. [D-DE], Sen. Donnelly, Joe [D-IN], Sen. Franken, Al [D-MN], Sen. Warren, Elizabeth [D-MA], Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN], Sen. Nelson, Bill [D-FL], Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR], Sen. Tester, Jon [D-MT], Sen. Capito, Shelley Moore [R-WV], Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH], Sen. King, Angus S., Jr. [I-ME]
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Votes

Passed Senate by Unanimous Consent.

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Related bill:  HR 3759 (Related bill)

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