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S. 652 · 115th Congress · 2017–2018

Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2017

S. 652 in the 115th Congress (2017–2018) became law — introduced on Mar 15, 2017, sponsored by Rob Portman with 14 co-sponsors.

During the 115th Congress (2017–2018), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Became law
Introduced
Mar 15, 2017
Co-sponsors
14
Policy area
Health
Public law
Public Law 115-71

What it does

Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Act of 2017 (Sec. 2) This bill amends the Public Health Service Act to revise programs for deaf and hard-of-hearing newborns and infants, including to expand the programs to include young children. The programs are reauthorized through FY2022.

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

Rob Portman (R-OH). Co-sponsors: 8 Democrats, 4 Republicans, 2 Independents.

Where it stands

  • IntroducedMar 15, 2017
  • Passed the SenateSep 6, 2017
  • Passed the HouseOct 3, 2017
  • Sent to the PresidentOct 6, 2017
  • Became lawOct 18, 2017

Latest action: Became Public Law No: 115-71. (Oct 18, 2017)

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