National Information System for Health Related Services Act of 1987
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Under committee review
What it doesSummary introduced in house (Jul 29, 1987)
National Information System for Health Related Services Act of 1987 - Amends the Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to make grants to an academic institution for the operation of a National Information System for Health Related Services. Requires such system to: (1) provide information and referrals regarding services available from public and private entities for persons with developmental disabilities or chronic illnesses and their families; (2) use a central computer system accessible to the public through a toll-free telephone number; (3) train people who will receive and answer requests for information and referrals; and (4) conduct periodic followup on referrals. Allows payments under the grants to be in advance or by way of reimbursement.
Authorizes appropriations for FY 1988 through 1992.
What just happenedAug 3, 1987
Referred to Subcommittee on Health and the Environment.
Who’s behind it
- Aug 3, 1987CommitteeH11000
Referred to Subcommittee on Health and the Environment.
Health and Environment Subcommittee - Jul 29, 1987IntroReferralH11100
Referred to House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Energy and Commerce Committee - Jul 29, 1987IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- Jul 29, 1987IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House