Personal Medical Record Fee Exemption Amendment Act of 2025

This bill prohibits health care entities in Washington, D.C. from charging fees for providing personal medical records to individuals or their representatives. It specifically exempts fees when records are requested to support claims or appeals under the Social Security Act, or for other federal or District needs-based benefits (like Medicaid or housing assistance). The law applies to patients, their legal representatives, nonprofit legal services staff, or attorneys acting on their behalf. Health care providers must provide these records without cost for these specific purposes. The bill does not affect fees for general medical record requests unrelated to benefits claims.