Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program

**Semantic type:** Governmental or Regulatory Activity

**Definition:** A discretionary, grant program enacted in 1990 to provide outpatient HIV care, treatment, and support services to those without health insurance and fill gaps in coverage and cost for those with insurance limitations. Funding is distributed to states/territories, cities, and HIV organizations in the form of grants.

**Synonyms:** - Ryan White Act - Ryan White CARE Act - Ryan White Comprehensive AIDS Resources Emergency Act