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Bill· HRH.R. 3569 (96th)referred

A bill to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, the Federal Meat Inspection Act, and the Poultry Products Inspection Act to broaden the discretion of the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare and the Secretary of Agriculture regarding certain substances found to induce cancer in animals.

United States · United States Congress · 10 April 1979

Amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, the Federal Meat Inspection Act and the Poultry Products Inspection Act to allow the use, in meat, poultry, or other food products, of a food additive for dietary management of health disorders or disease, even though such additive is found to induce cancer in animals, if the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare or, where appropriate, the Secretary of Agriculture determines the benefits to human health of such use outweigh the risks. Directs the Secretary to take into account in making such a determination: (1) all scientific data and information on the additive; (2) the scientific validity and analysis of the tests of such additive; and (3) current knowledge about the reliability of predicting cancer in humans from use of an additive found to induce cancer in animals.

Bill· HRH.R. 3582 (96th)referred

A bill respecting the continued use of saccharin as a food additive, drug, and cosmetic.

United States · United States Congress · 10 April 1979

Authorizes the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare to take necessary action to promulgate certain regulations regarding saccharin proposed in the notice of proposed rulemaking published in Part III of the Federal Register for April 15, 1977, but stays the effective date of such regulations until three years following their date of promulgation, unless a safe and effective substitute is developed within such period, or on the basis of new evidence the Secretary finds that saccharin presents an unreasonable and substantial risk of illness.

Bill· HRH.R. 3574 (96th)referred

A bill to limit the authority of the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare with respect to regulation of vitamin and mineral products for over-the-counter human use.

United States · United States Congress · 10 April 1979

Prohibits the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare from promulgating a proposed rule applicable to vitamin and mineral products for over-the-counter human use published on March 16, 1979, or from taking any other action which would have the same effect as such proposed rule.

Bill· HRH.R. 3555 (96th)referred

A bill to amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to provide that an individual who is unable to care for his or her personal needs without assistance shall be eligible as a disabled person (even though employable) for the services of a home health aide under the applicable State plan approved under such title.

United States · United States Congress · 10 April 1979

Amends title XIX (Medicaid) of the Social Security Act to qualify an individual who, although employable, is unable to care for his or her personal needs without assistance as a disabled person eligible for the services of a home health aide.

Bill· HRH.R. 3566 (96th)referred

A bill to amend the Saccharin Study and Labeling Act to extend from 18 to 36 months the period during which the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare may not take certain action restricting the continued use of saccharin as a food, drug, and cosmetic.

United States · United States Congress · 10 April 1979

Amends the Saccharin Study and Labeling Act to extend from 18 to 36 months the period during which the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare may not take specified actions to restrict the continued use of saccharin or of any food, drug, or cosmetic containing saccharin.

Bill· SS. 925 (96th)referred

Minority Concerns Act of 1979

United States · United States Congress · 9 April 1979

Minority Concerns Act of 1979 - Amends title II of the Mental Retardation Facilities and Community Mental Health Centers Construction Act of 1963 (Community Mental Health Centers) to direct the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare to establish the Office of Minority Concerns at the level of the Office of the Administrator within the Alcohol, Drug Abuse, and Mental Health Administration with authority for the National Institutes on Drug Abuse, Alcohol Abuse, and Alcoholism, and Mental Health. Authorizes such Office to provide financial assistance to professional associations, universities, nonprofit entities, and State or local agencies to improve the delivery of alcohol, drug abuse, and mental health services to minority populations, including research, demonstration, and training programs aimed at eliminating institutional racism.

Bill· HRH.R. 3544 (96th)referred

A bill to prohibit the Secretary of Agriculture from prohibiting the use of nitrites as a food preservative on the basis of any carcinogenic effect nitrites may be represented to have until a satisfactory substitute preservative is commercially available.

United States · United States Congress · 9 April 1979

Prohibits the Secretary of Agriculture from taking any action under the Wholesome Meat Act or any other law to prohibit the sale, distribution, or use of nitrites as a food preservative solely on the basis of any carcinogenic effect in humans that nitrites may be represented to have, unless validated evidence is made available to the Secretary which proves beyond a reasonable doubt that nitrites as a food preservative have a significant carcinogenic effect on humans. States that such prohibition shall not apply if the Secretary determines, and publishes in the Federal Register, that a food preservative is commercially available: (1) which may be used in the place of nitrites; (2) which is effective in the protection of public health from botulism and other forms of food poisoning; and (3) the use of which is economically feasible for meat processors and the consumer. Requires the Secretary to conduct or support, by grant or contract research and development activities for a food preservative alternative to nitrites.

Bill· HRH.R. 3522 (96th)referred

A bill to amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to deny payment for nursing home care under the medicaid program (for specified periods) to persons who dispose of assets without fair compensation in order to qualify for such payment or for other medicaid benefits.

United States · United States Congress · 9 April 1979

Amends title XIX (Medicaid) of the Social Security Act to prohibit Medicaid payments for specified periods with respect to nursing home care furnished to an individual if, within the 24 month period preceding such individual's application for such care or in any subsequent month with respect to which such application is effective, such individual: (1) disposed of assets which if retained would have caused such individual to be ineligible for such care; and (2) received compensation for such assets in an amount such that the difference between the fair market value of such assets and the compensation therefor exceeded $3,000.

Bill· SS. 913 (96th)referred

A bill to amend the Social Security Act with respect to health programs authorized under it and for other purposes.

United States · United States Congress · 5 April 1979

Amends part B (Professional Standards Review) of title XI of the Social Security Act to mandate participation of nurses, dentists, psychologists and other health care practitioners in the professionals standards review process. Establishes an advisory committee to the National Professional Standards Review Council.

Bill· SS. 886 (96th)referred

Nitrite Moratorium and Food Safety Act

United States · United States Congress · 5 April 1979

Nitrite Moratorium and Food Safety Act - Prohibits the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare and the Secretary of Agriculture from prohibiting commerce, prior to May 1, 1980, in any food, meat product, or poultry product by reason of the carcinogenic or other toxic effect of the nitrite added to that food, if: (1) addition of such nitrite was permitted under applicable Federal law on May 1, 1979; and (2) the quantity of such nitrite is within the tolerances in effect on May 1, 1979, or within such tolerances as may thereafter be established, for the purpose of preventing botulism. Prohibits either Secretary from prohibiting commerce on or after April 30, 1980, in any food to which nitrite has been added if the addition of such nitrite: (1) is shown to be safe; or (2) if not shown to be safe, is shown to be necessary to protect against botulism. Extends the period of such moratorium until such time as an alternative anti-toxin becomes available. Requires each Secretary to make an annual review of all regulations issued under this Act in order to determine progress toward making available effective and feasible alternative means for preventing botulism.

Bill· HRH.R. 3501 (96th)referred

A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to include dental care, eye care, dentures, eyeglasses, and hearing aids among the benefits provided by the insurance program established by part B of such title, and for other purposes.

United States · United States Congress · 5 April 1979

Amends title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to permit payment for eye care, eyeglasses, hearing aids and related examinations, dental care and dentures under the supplementary medical insurance program. Increases the Government contribution to the Federal Supplementary Insurance Trust Fund by twice the amount of premiums that are presently paid into the Fund each month, while decreasing the portion of the Fund comprised of premiums from one-half to one-third. Excludes from the coverage of the supplementary medical insurance program expenses relating to referrals of individuals by a doctor of optometry for the diagnosis or detection of eye diseases.

Bill· HRH.R. 3494 (96th)referred

National Vitiligo Control Act of 1979

United States · United States Congress · 5 April 1979

National Vitiligo Control Act of 1979 - Amends title XI of the Public Health Service Act (Genetic Diseases, Hemophilia Programs, and Sudden Infant Death Syndrome) to direct the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare to establish a program for the diagnosis, treatment, and control of vitiligo, including information services and health education with respect to such disease. Requires the Secretary to report to Congress on the administration of the program.

Bill· HRH.R. 3490 (96th)referred

A bill to expand the medical freedom of choice of consumers by amending the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to provide that drugs will be regulated under that Act solely to assure their safety.

United States · United States Congress · 5 April 1979

Amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to provide that new drugs for human or animal use will be regulated under such Act solely to assure their safety, and not their effectiveness.

Bill· HRH.R. 3482 (96th)referred

A bill to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to broaden the discretion of the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare respecting certain food additives found to induce cancer in animals.

United States · United States Congress · 5 April 1979

Amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to allow the use of a food additive for dietary management of health disorders or disease, even though such additive is found to induce cancer in animals, if the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare determines the benefits to human health of such use outweigh the risks. Directs the Secretary to take into account in making such a determination: (1) all scientific data and information on the additive; (2) the scientific validity and analysis of the tests of such additive; and (3) current knowledge about the reliability of predicting cancer in humans from use of an additive found to induce cancer in animals.

Bill· SS. 865 (96th)referred

Privacy of Medical Information Act

United States · United States Congress · 4 April 1979

Privacy of Medical Information Act - Title I: Requirements Applicable to Medical Care Facilities - Requires medical care facilities to permit individuals to inspect and have copies of their medical records. Provides for the correction of medical records at the individual's request. Directs medical care facilities to notify individuals of disclosures that may be made without the individual's authorization and the procedures to learn of such disclosures. Limits the disclosure of medical information to properly identified persons. Permits the disclosure of medical records without the individual's authorization in specified circumstances, including employee use, health research, statutory requirements, audits and evaluations, law enforcement functions, judicial and administrative provisions, and benefit determinations. Authorizes U.S. district courts to grant delays, in specified circumstances, before making written statements available to the individual concerning such disclosure. Requires medical care facilities receiving Federal funds to comply with the disclosure provisions. Exempts medical information compiled by a medical care facility in anticipation of a civil action from the provisions concerning individual access and corrections. Requires penal authorities to comply only with the provisions concerning permissible disclosures of medical information. Title II: Requirements Applicable to Government Authorities - Sets forth limits on disclosures of medical information to governmental authorities. Establishes procedures for obtaining medical information pursuant to administrative and judicial search warrants, subpoenas, and written requests. Stipulates that the individual be notified of such disclosures unless an appropriate court orders a delay. Permits an individual to challenge a summons or subpoena of such individual's records by a governmental authority. Title III: General Provisions - Provides criminal and civil penalties for violations of the disclosure provisions. Exempts compliance surveys from the disclosure provisions in the Social Security Act. Requires Federal authorities requesting medical information concerning an individual to maintain records on its requests for such information. Exempts medical records maintained by medical care facilities from the disclosure provisions generally applicable to government agencies.

Bill· HRH.R. 3444 (96th)referred

Privacy of Medical Information Act

United States · United States Congress · 4 April 1979

Privacy of Medical Information Act - Title I: Requirements Applicable to Medical Care Facilities - Requires medical care facilities to permit individuals to inspect and have copies of their medical records. Provides for the correction of medical records at the individual's request. Directs medical care facilities to notify individuals of disclosures that may be made without the individual's authorization and the procedures to learn of such disclosures. Limits the disclosure of medical information to properly identified persons beyond the extent necessary. Permits the disclosure of medical records without the individual's authorization in specified circumstances, including employee use, health research, statutory requirements, audits and evaluations, law enforcement functions, judicial and administrative provisions, and benefit determinations. Authorizes U.S. district courts to grant delays, in specified circumstances, before making written statements available to the individual concerning such disclosure. Requires medical care facilities receiving Federal funds to comply with the disclosure provisions. Exempts medical information compiled by a medical care facility in anticipation of a civil action from the provisions concerning individual access and corrections. Requires penal authorities to comply only with the provisions concerning permissible disclosures of medical information. Title II: Requirements Applicable to Government Authorities - Sets forth limits on disclosures of medical information to governmental authorities. Establishes procedures for obtaining medical information pursuant to administrative and judicial search warrants, subpoenas, and written requests. Stipulates that the individual be notified of such disclosures unless an appropriate court orders a delay. Permits an individual to challenge a summons or subpoena of such individual's medical records by a governmental authority. Title III: General Provisions - Provides criminal and civil penalties for violations of the disclosure provisions. Exempts compliance surveys from the disclosure provisions in the Social Security Act. Requires Federal authorities requesting medical information concerning an individual to maintain records on its requests for such information. Exempts medical records maintained by medical care facilities from the disclosure provisions generally applicable to government agencies.

Bill· HRH.R. 3436 (96th)referred

A bill to amend the Health Programs Extension Act of 1973 to provide for unbiased consideration of applicants to federally supported health professional schools.

United States · United States Congress · 4 April 1979

Amends the Health Programs Extension Act of 1973 to prohibit any entity which receives financial assistance under the Public Health Service Act, the Community Mental Health Centers Act, or the Developmental Disabilities Services and Facilities Construction Act from discriminating against any applicant for training or study because of such applicant's reluctance or unwillingness to counsel, assist, or in any way participate in the performance of abortions or sterilizations contrary to his or her religious belief or moral convictions.

Bill· HRH.R. 3424 (96th)referred

A bill to deter the charging of replacement and non-replacement fees by blood banks.

United States · United States Congress · 4 April 1979

Sets a cost-related cap on the fee which a blood bank may charge or collect with respect to its collection and distribution of blood. Prohibits a blood bank from: (1) conditioning the provision of blood to an entity on the donation or provision of blood by an individual; and (2) basing a reduction or elimination of a fee for the collection or distribution of blood on the donation or provision of blood by an individual. Sets forth enforcement procedures, including: (1) the right of an entity charged a fee in violation of this Act to treble damages in a State court (plus attorney's fees); (2) the availability of injunctive relief in a district court to blood donors; and (3) civil penalties for violations of this Act.

Bill· HRH.R. 3425 (96th)referred

A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act with respect to the charging for blood furnished Medicare patients.

United States · United States Congress · 4 April 1979

Amends title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to prohibit a provider of services, when furnishing blood to medicare recipients, from: (1) charging more than the processing fee paid by the provider for the blood; and (2) charging for the cost of the administration of the blood by the provider. Eliminates the deductible for the first three pints of whole blood furnished during any spell of illness.

Bill· HRH.R. 3422 (96th)referred

A bill to provide for the confidentiality of medical and/or dental records of patients not receiving assistance from the Federal Government, and for other purposes.

United States · United States Congress · 4 April 1979

Prohibits any Federal employee or agency from inspecting medical or dental records of patients not receiving medical or dental assistance from the Federal Government. Specifies the way in which a patient may authorize disclosure of such information. Prescribes penalties and injunctive relief for violations of this Act.

Bill· HRH.R. 3400 (96th)referred

Brown Lung Disease Act of 1979

United States · United States Congress · 3 April 1979

Brown Lung Disease Act of 1979 - Directs the Secretary of Labor to compile and publish a list of State workers' compensation laws found to provide adequate coverage for byssinosis ("brown lung disease", arising out of employment in a textile plant), utilizing specified criteria. Subjects such a determination to judicial review in an appropriate circuit court. Requires any claim for death or total disability due to byssinosis to be filed under the State workers' compensation law, but entitles a worker or surviving family members to claim benefits under this Act during any period when such persons are not covered by a State law providing adequate coverage. Specifies the amounts of benefits to which retired and other workers suffering from byssinosis are entitled to be paid by the Secretary. Provides that such benefit payments shall be reduced by the amount of payments received from certain other sources, such as workers' compensation, unemployment compensation, disability insurance, or a percentage of Social Security benefits. Directs the Secretary, in conjunction with the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, to establish standards for determining whether a worker is, or deceased worker was, totally disabled from byssinosis. Makes every employer liable for the securing of benefits equal to or greater than those provided by this Act. Sets forth the means by which such an employer shall secure the payment of such benefits during any period in which the State workers' compensation law is not found to provide adequate coverage. Stipulates that this Act does not relieve any employer of the duty to comply with any State workers' compensation law and that any such law which provides greater benefits shall not be construed to conflict with this Act. Provides that during any period in which a State workers' compensation law is not included on the list published by the Secretary, certain provisions of the Longshoremen's and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act shall be applicable. Authorizes the Secretary to enter into contracts with and make grants to public and private agencies and organizations and individuals for the construction, purchase, and operation of fixed site and mobile clinical facilities for the analysis, examination, and treatment of respiratory and pulmonary impairments in active and inactive textile plant workers. Requires the Secretary to initiate research within the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, and authorizes the Secretary to make research grants to public and private agencies and organizations and individuals for the purpose of devising a simple and effective test to measure, detect, and treat respiratory and pulmonary impairments in active and inactive textile plant workers.

Bill· HRH.R. 3410 (96th)referred

A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to extend the authorization for certain expiring health care programs of the Veterans' Administration, and for other purposes.

United States · United States Congress · 3 April 1979

Extends the authorization of appropriations to fiscal year: (1) 1985 to assist States in constructing facilities for providing veterans with domiciliary care, nursing home care, and for the alteration and expansion of existing structures for providing such care in State homes; and (2) 1984 for medical information pilot programs. Prohibits the Administrator of Veterans' Affairs from entering into any agreement for providing any assistance to health manpower training programs, to Veterans Administration - affiliated medical schools, or to establish new State medical schools, after December 31, 1979. Authorizes appropriations for such medical schools and training programs for each succeeding fiscal year (presently authorized for each of the six succeeding fiscal years). Eliminates a requirement for grants to affiliated medical schools and to health manpower training institutions that a proposed project will substantially increase the number of students at such medical school or training institution.

Bill· HRH.R. 3368 (96th)referred

Nitrite Substitute Research Act

United States · United States Congress · 2 April 1979

Nitrite Substitute Research Act - Directs the Secretary of Agriculture to conduct or arrange for the conduct of: (1) further research on the effects of nitrites on animals other than the Sprague-Dawley species of rat; and (2) research on possible nitrite substitutes, and preservative methods and processes, or combinations thereof, that may be used in the preservation of meat, poultry, or fish. Requires the Secretary to report to Congress, one year after enactment, about the actions he has taken to develop an acceptable nitrite substitute. Directs the Secretary to petition the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare for the issuance of a regulation prescribing conditions for the safe use of any such nitrite substitute. Authorizes the Secretary to reallocate funds appropriated for the Department of Agriculture for other agricultural research programs to conduct the research required by this Act. Requires the Secretary, within 30 days after enactment, to report to Congress on the funds he plans to commit to nitrite substitute research, on the sources of such funds, and any recommendations about the funding necessary to fully effect such research. Prohibits the Secretary of Agriculture and the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare from taking any action under the Wholesome Meat Act, the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, or any other law to prohibit the sale, distribution, or use of nitrites as a food preservative solely on the basis of any carcinogenic effect in humans that nitrites may be represented to have, unless validated evidence is made available to the Secretaries which proves beyond a reasonable doubt that nitrites as a food preservative have a significant carcinogenic effect on humans.

Bill· HRH.R. 3377 (96th)referred

Botulism Prevention Act of 1979

United States · United States Congress · 2 April 1979

Botulism Prevention Act of 1979 - Prohibits the Secretary of Agriculture, for a three-year period, from issuing any order or regulation: (1) restricting the use of nitrites or nitrates as preservatives in meat products to a lesser level than permitted on January 1, 1979; (2) restricting the use of nitrites or nitrates on the basis of test results which show quantities of these or related substances not sufficient ordinarily to render such meat products injurious to health; or (3) requiring labeling on meat products concerning nitrites or nitrates in addition to the requirements in effect on January 1, 1979.

Bill· HRH.R. 3364 (96th)referred

Nitrite Moratorium and Food Safety Act

United States · United States Congress · 2 April 1979

Nitrite Moratorium and Food Safety Act - Prohibits the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare and the Secretary of Agriculture from prohibiting commerce, prior to May 1, 1980, in any food by reason of the carcinogenic or other toxic effect of the nitrite added to that food, if: (1) addition of such nitrite was permitted under applicable Federal Act on May 1, 1979; and (2) the quantity of such nitrite is within the tolerances in effect on May 1, 1979, or within such tolerances as may thereafter be established, for the purpose of preventing botulism. Prohibits either Secretary from prohibiting commerce on or after May 1, 1980, in any food to which nitrite has been added if the addition of such nitrite: (1) is shown to be safe; or (2) if not shown to be safe, is shown to be necessary to protect against botulism. Extends the period of such moratorium until such time as an alternative anti-toxin becomes available. Requires each Secretary to make an annual review of all regulations issued under this Act in order to determine progress toward making available effective and feasible alternative means for preventing botulism.

Bill· HRH.R. 3391 (96th)referred

Nurse Training Amendments of 1979

United States · United States Congress · 2 April 1979

Nurse Training Amendments of 1979 - Amends title VIII of the Public Health Service Act (Nurse Training) to redefine the purposes of the special projects for which the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare is authorized to make grants to nursing schools and entities. Extends the authorization of appropriations through fiscal year 1980 for such special projects and nurse practitioner programs. Eliminates the current requirement that nurse practitioners reside in health manpower shortage areas to participate in traineeship programs. Repeals the provision relating to loan agreements with nursing schools that prohibits a student who has attended such school before October 1, 1978, from receiving a loan from a fund established under the National Defense Education Act of 1958. Amends title VII of such Act ( Health Research and Teaching Facilities and Training of Professional Health Personnel) to eliminate the current requirement that a certain percentage of the funds appropriated for National Health Service Corps scholarships be obligated for specified types of scholarships. Makes full-time students in graduate nursing degree programs eligible for health education assistance loans. Applies the current limitations on individual federally insured loans to such students.

Bill· HRH.R. 3382 (96th)referred

Nitrite Moratorium and Research Act

United States · United States Congress · 2 April 1979

Nitrite Moratorium and Research Act - Prohibits the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare and the Secretary of Agriculture from prohibiting commerce, prior to April 1, 1982, in any food by reason of the carcinogenic or other toxic effect of the nitrite added to that food, if: (1) addition of such nitrite was permitted under applicable Federal Act on April 1, 1979; and (2) the quantity of such nitrite is within the tolerances in effect on April, 1, 1979, or within such tolerances as may thereafter be established, for the purpose of preventing botulism. Prohibits either Secretary from prohibiting commerce on or after April 1, 1982, in any food to which nitrite has been added unless the addition of such nitrite: (1) is shown not to be safe; or (2) if not shown to be safe, is shown not to be necessary to protect against botulism. Extends the period of such moratorium until such time as an alternative anti-toxin becomes available. Requires each Secretary to make an annual review of all regulations issued under this Act in order to determine progress toward making available effective and feasible alternative means for preventing botulism.

Bill· HRH.R. 3378 (96th)referred

A bill to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to delete certain requirements applicable to food additives and color additives.

United States · United States Congress · 2 April 1979

Amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to repeal the blanket prohibition against regulations deeming safe any cancer-inducing food additives or color additives in food, drugs, or cosmetics. Abolishes the advisory committee of experts established to review regulations disapproving color additives as cancer-inducing.

Bill· HRH.R. 3328 (96th)referred

A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to authorize payment under the medicare program for certain services performed by chiropractors.

United States · United States Congress · 29 March 1979

Amends title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to authorize payment for specified services performed by chiropractors, including x-rays and for physical examinations, and for related routine laboratory tests.

Bill· SS. 818 (96th)referred

A bill to prohibit the Secretary of Agriculture and the Secretary of Health, Education and Welfare from banning the use of nitrites in meat without sufficient proof of any carcinogenic effect nitrites may be represented to have, or until the development of a satisfactory alternative to protect the public health from botulism.

United States · United States Congress · 28 March 1979

Prohibits the Secretary of Agriculture and the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare from taking any action under the Wholesome Meat Act, the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, or any other law to prohibit the sale, distribution, or use of nitrites as a food preservative solely on the basis of any carcinogenic effect in humans that nitrites may be represented to have, unless validated evidence is made available to the Secretaries which proves clearly and convincingly that nitrites as a food preservative have a significant carcinogenic effect on humans. States that such prohibition shall not apply if the Secretaries determine that a food preservative is commercially available: (1) which has essentially the same effect on meat products as nitrites; (2) which is effective in the protection of public health from botulism and other forms of food poisoning; and (3) will not impose an unreasonable economic burden on consumers or meat processors. Requires the Secretaries to conduct or support (by grant or contract) research and development activities for a food preservative alternative to nitrites.

Bill· HRH.R. 3313 (96th)referred

A bill to amend the Federal Trade Commission Act and the Clayton Act to exempt incorporated or unincorporated associations of health professions from the Federal Trade Commission Act and the antitrust laws.

United States · United States Congress · 28 March 1979

Amends the Federal Trade Commission Act and the Clayton Act to exempt incorporated or unincorporated, nonprofit professional associations of health care practitioners, who are licensed and regulated by the States, from the Federal Trade Commission Act and the antitrust laws.

Bill· HRH.R. 3304 (96th)referred

A bill to amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to permit States to establish flexible income contribution and resource standards for couples in which one spouse is in a nursing home.

United States · United States Congress · 28 March 1979

Amends title XIX (Medicaid) of the Social Security Act to authorize a State plan under such title to provide that, in determining the income and resources of a married couple one spouse of which is in a skilled nursing facility or intermediate care facility, there may be disregarded from income and resources such amounts as a State determines by law.

Bill· HRH.R. 3282 (96th)referred

Asbestos School Hazard Detection and Control Act of 1979

United States · United States Congress · 28 March 1979

Asbestos School Hazard Detection and Control Act of 1979 - States the purposes of this Act to be to: (1) establish a Federal task force to ascertain the extent of the danger from asbestos materials in schools to children or employees; (2) require States to establish programs for asbestos inspection in schools; (3) provide scientific and technical assistance to States and local school boards; (4) provide loans for the mitigation of serious asbestos hazards in schools; (5) assure that no disciplinary action be taken against employees for calling attention to such hazards; and (6) require certain persons involved in mining, refining, or importing asbestos used in construction material to reimburse the Federal Government for a share of the costs of the asbestos program conducted under this Act. Establishes the Asbestos Hazards School Safety Task Force. States that such Task Force's duties shall include: (1) compiling and disseminating medical, scientific, and technical materials to State and local entities; (2) reviewing and approving State applications for grants and loans; and (3) assisting in formulating standards and safety procedures. Requires State educational agencies which seek administrative funds to submit to the Secretary a plan which: (1) describes the manner such State shall disseminate information on the health hazards of asbestos fibers; (2) describes the content of such information; and (3) describes the procedures to be used by the State in maintaining records on asbestos. Authorizes the Secretary to make grants to local educational agencies for the Federal share of the costs of carrying out an asbestos detection program meeting the standards of this Act. Prohibits the making of such grants unless an application has been submitted to and approved by the Secretary after consultation with the task force. Authorizes the Secretary to allocate up to 20 percent of such asbestos detection funds for use in education and technical assistance programs. Requires recipients of such asbestos detection funds to file a report with the Secretary describing detection and testing activities undertaken, the results, and the plan for correcting any discovered asbestos hazards. Establishes an Asbestos Hazards Control Loan Program in the Department of Health, Education, and Welfare. Stipulates that loans from such program shall be: (1) available only to correct imminent asbestos hazards in schools to school children or school employees; (2) limited to projects covering more than 2,500 square feet; (3) for a period not exceeding 20 years; and (4) interest free. Requires applications for such loans to describe: (1) the nature of the asbestos problem; (2) the results of preliminary testing; and (3) the methods to be used to correct such problem. Requires the Secretary to report annually to the appropriate House and Senate committees regarding such loan program. Directs the Secretary to promulgate and distribute to the States safety standards and procedures for testing the level of asbestos in schools, for determining the likelihood of the leakage of asbestos into the school environment, and for determining which contractors are qualified to carry out testing and evaluation procedures. Stipulates that no employer receiving funds under this Act shall discharge or discriminate against any worker who focuses public attention on an asbestos problem in his or her school district. Stipulates that nothing in this Act shall restrict any other legal rights in connection with the purchase or installation of asbestos materials in schools, or with any claim of disability or death from exposure to asbestos in a school setting.

Bill· SS. 785 (96th)referred