RAISE Family Caregivers Act

United States115th CongressS-1028Senate
Updated: Sep 27, 2017

Summary

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 five years.

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HR-3759: RAISE Family Caregivers Act

Became Public Law No: 115-119.

  1. Passed Senate with an amendment and an amendment to the Title by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S6139-6140)

    Senate

  2. Message on Senate action sent to the House.

    Senate

  3. Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.

    House of Representatives

  4. Received in the House.

    House of Representatives