Elder Caregiver Support and Information Enhancement Act (2009)

Federal bill would authorize $250 million in funding for the National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) for each of the Fiscal Years (FY) 2010, 2011, and 2012. It would also authorize $10 million for each of FY 2010, 2011, and 2012 for the operation of the National Clearinghouse for Long-Term Care Information.

Bill Number H.R. 519

Sponsor Rep. Steve Israel (D-NY)

Date of Introduction 1/14/2009

Latest Activity Stalled (did not pass in 111th Congress)

More Info http://thomas.loc.gov/

Topic: Direct Services and Support for Caregivers