Urban Asthma Assistance Act
Last action on Jun 3, 2002Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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The Urban Asthma Assistance Act (H.R. 4824) aims to reduce the prevalence and severity of asthma in city environments by expanding federal support for local health initiatives. The bill would provide grants through the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to fund intervention programs specifically targeting urban areas, while also allowing states to use Medicaid funding to create model asthma treatment centers. Additionally, the legislation seeks to improve how asthma data is tracked and reported nationwide to ensure health professionals have the most accurate information to treat the respiratory condition.
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