Ranking Member Pallone, Dr. Ruiz Introduce Bills to Reduce Tribal Health Disparities
"The health disparities affecting tribal communities are simply unacceptable," Ranking Member Pallone said. "These bills will help close the gap by increasing access to health care and providing dedicated resources to improve behavioral health care for
Native American communities are experiencing a mental health and substance abuse crisis, particularly among young people. What's more, some
"For far too long, the federal government has not adequately provided for the health of tribal nations, creating a public and mental health crisis that impacts
Indian country has struggled with a severe health care provider shortage, making it hard for tribal members to access care. Tribal regions also often lack a robust public health infrastructure because they have historically been left out of the traditional funding mechanisms that have instead gone to states and other local governments. H.R.3706, the
"The
"NCAI is encouraged that these bills provide critical resources to address mental health and substance abuse issues in Indian Country, as well as make key investments in the next generation of Native health care professionals," said NCAI Executive Director
Text of these bills can be found below:
The Native Health Access Improvement Act
Read this original document at: https://ruiz.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/ranking-member-pallone-dr-ruiz-introduce-bills-reduce-tribal-health
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