RAISE Family Caregivers Act

United States115th CongressHR-3759House of Representatives
Updated: Jan 22, 2018

Summary

(This measure has not been amended since it was passed by the House on December 18, 2017. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Recognize, Assist, Include, Support, and Engage Family Caregivers Act of 2017 or the RAISE Family Caregivers Act (Sec. 3) This bill directs the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to develop and make publicly available a National Family Caregiving Strategy that identifies recommended actions for recognizing and supporting family caregivers in a manner that reflects their diverse needs. (Sec. 4) HHS shall convene a Family Caregiving Advisory Council to advise the department on recognizing and supporting family caregivers. (Sec. 6) The council shall terminate after three years.

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S-1028: RAISE Family Caregivers Act

Received in the House.

  1. Message on Senate action sent to the House.

    Senate

  2. Presented to President.

    House of Representatives

  3. Signed by President.

    House of Representatives

  4. Became Public Law No: 115-119.

    House of Representatives