H.R. 3962 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
To amend the Public Health Service Act to provide liability protections for employees and contractors of health centers under section 330 of such Act who provide health services in emergency areas.
H.R. 3962 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) was introduced on Sep 29, 2005, sponsored by Joe Schwarz with 11 co-sponsors.
During the 109th Congress (2005–2006), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Sep 29, 2005
- Co-sponsors
- 11
- Policy area
- Health
What it does
Amends the Public Health Service Act to deem certain physicians or other licensed or certified health care practitioners to be employees of the Public Health Service for purposes of any civil action that may arise due to services provided in an emergency area by a contractor or an employee of a qualified health center.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Joe Schwarz (R-MI). Co-sponsors: 6 Democrats, 4 Republicans, 1 Independent.
Where it stands
- IntroducedSep 29, 2005
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. (Sep 29, 2005)
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