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PRWORA Notice RIA from AHRQ

The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) has posted a Regulatory Impact Analysis (RIA) notice related to the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act (PRWORA). This notice provides information regarding the analysis conducted by the agency.

AHRQ Information Collection Proposal: Research Reporting System

The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) has announced its intention to seek OMB approval for the AHRQ Research Reporting System (ARRS). This notice provides a 60-day period for public comment on the proposed information collection project.

HHS Request for Information on Deregulation

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to solicit public input on potential deregulation efforts. This initiative aims to reduce regulatory burdens across all areas touched by HHS, in line with presidential directives. Comments are due by July 14, 2025.

HHS Interpretation of Federal Public Benefit under PRWORA

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has issued a notice to clarify its interpretation of 'Federal public benefit' under the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (PRWORA). This notice revises a prior interpretation and identifies HHS programs that provide federal public benefits, with a 30-day comment period.

AHRQ Press Releases on Patient Safety, Quality, and Research

The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) publishes press releases regarding patient safety, quality, and research. Recent releases cover topics such as a new dashboard for tracking patient harm reduction, reports on sepsis burden, and funding opportunities for state-based health improvement solutions.

AHRQ Stats: Healthcare Quality Statistics on Adverse Events, Maternal Deaths, Opioid Use

The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) has released updated statistics on healthcare quality. The data highlights adverse drug events involving hypoglycemic agents, disparities in healthcare expenditures by race/ethnicity, and maternal death rates by income and race/ethnicity.

AHRQ Impact Case Studies Highlight Evidence-Based Tools

The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) has published new impact case studies highlighting the use of its evidence-based tools and publications. These studies showcase how various healthcare organizations and policymakers have successfully implemented AHRQ resources to improve healthcare quality and safety.

AHRQ Social Media Presence Update

The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) has updated its social media presence, providing links to its official accounts on platforms including Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube. This notice informs the public about where to find AHRQ research, tools, and training information online.