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Every healthcare bill from all 50 state legislatures and Congress, introduced in the last 12 weeks and automatically classified by Maddy, our AI policy reader.

Total bills
428
last 12 weeks
Active states
11
jurisdictions with bills
Most active
271 bills
Stance split
410 for 18 against
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in committee · United States · House Aug 20, 2026

HR 10134: Local Health Care Protection Act of 2026

The Local Health Care Protection Act of 2026 allows certain hospitals to continue participating in the federal drug discount program, known as Section 340B, even if they no longer meet specific financial thresholds related to serving low-income patients. This provision applies to hospitals that were already eligible for the program on July 3, 2025, and protects their access to discounted medications through cost reporting periods ending by September 30, 2030. The bill directly affects rural and underserved hospitals that may lose eligibility due to changes in Medicaid funding or Medicare payment formulas. Additionally, it requires the Government Accountability Office to conduct a study within one year on how these financial criteria are calculated and how declining payments impact essential health services in rural areas.
Hillary J. Scholten (D)
in committee · United States · House Sep 3, 2026

HR 10274: Partnerships for Better Health Act

The Partnerships for Better Health Act directs the Secretaries of Health and Human Services and Agriculture to establish a grant program that funds local coalitions to integrate chronic disease prevention, management, and social support services. Eligible lead entities, such as community health centers, nonprofit hospitals, and food banks, must partner with clinical, nutritional, and public health organizations to deliver coordinated care, nutrition education, and "Food is Medicine" programs. Grant priority is given to communities facing high chronic disease prevalence, food insecurity, or persistent poverty, while recipients are required to serve populations with incomes at or below 200 percent of the federal poverty line. The bill authorizes $15 million annually for fiscal years 2027 through 2031 and mandates that grantees use evidence-based models and report on specific health, social, and utilization outcomes.
Josh Harder (D)
in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Aug 13, 2026

SR 355: A Resolution designating September 28, 2026, as "Green Star Veterans and Families Day" in Pennsylvania.

This Pennsylvania Senate Resolution designates September 28, 2026, as "Green Star Veterans and Families Day" to honor veterans who died by suicide in connection with their military service. The bill formally recognizes the Green Star Service Banner as a symbol of remembrance for these individuals. It aims to acknowledge the resilience of the families left behind and raise public awareness about the mental health challenges and suicide crisis affecting veterans.
Tracy Pennycuick (R) · 21 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Aug 27, 2026

HR 602: A Resolution recognizing the month of October 2026, as "Infant Safe Sleep Month" in Pennsylvania.

This Pennsylvania House Resolution designates October 2026 as "Infant Safe Sleep Month" to raise awareness about preventing sleep-related infant deaths. It encourages the state Department of Health to partner with hospitals, community groups, and organizations like Cribs for Kids to promote evidence-based safe sleep practices through year-round public education campaigns. The resolution also directs that educational resources be developed and distributed in English and Spanish, with consideration for other common languages, to help parents create safer sleeping environments for their babies.
Joe Ciresi (D) · 17 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Aug 19, 2026

SB 1440: An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in emergency medical services system, providing for laryngectomy patient care QR code.

Pennsylvania Senate Bill 1440 requires ambulances and Quick Response System vehicles to display a visible QR code in the patient care area. This code must link to a digital resource containing emergency airway management protocols for laryngectomy patients, visual guides for identifying stomas, and contact information for regional medical support. Emergency medical services agencies are responsible for keeping these codes functional and accessible without requiring login credentials. The state department of health must establish specific standards for the content, placement, and training related to these codes within 180 days of the bill's effective date.
Elder Vogel (R) · 9 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Aug 24, 2026

SR 359: A Resolution recognizing the month of September 2026 as "Veteran Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania.

Pennsylvania Senate Resolution 359 designates September 2026 as "Veteran Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month" to highlight the elevated suicide rates among military veterans in the state. The resolution cites specific statistics, noting that nearly 250 Pennsylvania veterans die by suicide annually and that female veterans face a significantly higher risk than their male counterparts. It acknowledges contributing factors such as post-traumatic stress disorder, unemployment, and difficulties reintegrating into civilian life. Additionally, the bill expresses support for the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs and its ongoing initiatives to provide resources and education on suicide prevention for veterans and their families.
Tracy Pennycuick (R) · 19 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Aug 26, 2026

SR 360: A Resolution recognizing the month of August 2026 as "Appendix Cancer Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania.

This resolution designates August 2026 as Appendix Cancer Awareness Month in Pennsylvania, aiming to increase public knowledge of this rare disease. The bill highlights that appendix cancer is often difficult to diagnose early due to vague symptoms and its rarity, which can lead to delayed treatment. It encourages residents to support early detection efforts and research initiatives led by organizations like the Appendix Cancer PMP Research Foundation.
John Kane (D) · 6 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Aug 24, 2026

SR 358: A Resolution recognizing the month of September 2026 as "Suicide Prevention Month" in Pennsylvania.

Pennsylvania Senate Resolution 358 officially designates September 2026 as Suicide Prevention Month within the state. The resolution cites national and local statistics regarding suicide rates and mental health challenges to support this designation. It aims to raise public awareness, encourage open dialogue about mental health, and promote community engagement during the designated month.
Sub-Topics Mental Health
James Malone (D) · 12 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Aug 13, 2026

SB 1430: An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in obstructing governmental operations, further providing for obstructing administration of law or other governmental function.

Pennsylvania Senate Bill 1430 amends state criminal law to allow owners, operators, and employees of health care facilities to use nonviolent means to deny entry to law enforcement officers on their premises. This protection applies unless the officer can demonstrate probable cause that a specific individual is present and physically possesses a judicial warrant clearly identifying that person as the subject of the order. The bill defines key terms such as "health care facility" and "judicial warrant," limiting the scope of this exception to written orders from federal or state courts. If enacted, the law would take effect 60 days after its passage.
Sub-Topics Law Enforcement
John Kane (D) · 7 co-sponsors
in committee · Pennsylvania · House Aug 25, 2026

HB 2749: An Act amending the act of April 14, 1972 (P.L.233, No.64), known as The Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act, further providing for drug overdose medication.

Pennsylvania House Bill 2749 amends the state's Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act to expand legal protections for individuals and entities involved in responding to opioid overdoses. The bill grants immunity from criminal prosecution, civil liability, and professional disciplinary action to licensed health care professionals who prescribe or dispense opioid antagonists, including naloxone, as long as they act in good faith. It also extends similar protections to first responders, law enforcement, and private citizens who administer these medications to people they believe are suffering an overdose. Additionally, the legislation allows municipalities, local health departments, and community organizations to distribute expired opioid antagonists without facing legal liability, provided the medication is less than five years past its expiration date.
Sub-Topics Substance Abuse
Liz Hanbidge (D) · 4 co-sponsors
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