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Xavier Becerra: “If I am fortunate enough to be confirmed, it will be a top priority for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services…”

On the recordFebruary 23, 2021
If I am fortunate enough to be confirmed, it will be a top priority for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to protect our most vulnerable Americans by addressing the disproportionate impact of the novel coronavirus of 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic on nursing home residents, especially people of color.
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Xavier Becerra
Democratic · California

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Becerra emphasizes prioritizing vulnerable populations in nursing homes if confirmed as HHS Secretary.

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