S 4416
Phs access act
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 7:30 AM
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Bill overview
This bill, the Public Health Services for Advancing Care and Creating Efficient Support Systems in Underserved Communities Act, aims to improve healthcare access in underserved areas by allowing the Public Health Service (PHS) to detail its officers for cooperative work. Specifically, it expands the ability of PHS officers to work with Urban Indian organizations and establishes criteria for recognizing prior service when appointing officers to these areas. The legislation modifies existing law to facilitate these details and ensure a more targeted approach to addressing healthcare disparities.
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Thomas Tillis
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