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National Commission on Board and Care Facility Quality Act of 1991

Introduced: June 5, 1991 Introduced by: Wyden, Ron Democratic · Oregon See on congress.gov
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Passed Senate
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Became law
Jun 17, 1991
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health and the Environment.
Jun 11, 1991
Referred to the Subcommittee on Social Security.
Jun 5, 1991
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Jun 5, 1991
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Jun 5, 1991
Introduced in House
 Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

National Commission on Board and Care Facility Quality Act of 1991 - Establishes the National Commission on Board and Care Facility Quality to: (1) examine existing quality, health, and safety requirements for board and care facilities and the enforcement of those requirements; (2) recommend the appropriate role of the Federal, State, and local governments; and (3) make recommendations regarding standards and enforcement.

Requires that the National Academy of Sciences, through the Institute of Medicine, be requested to provide administrative support for the Commission.

Requires that a specified amount be made available from the Federal Old-Age and Survivors Insurance Trust Fund to carry out this Act.

What's happening now June 17, 1991

Referred to the Subcommittee on Health and the Environment.

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