HR 8551 United States House · 119th Congress

Early Access to Screening Act

The Early Access to Screening Act mandates that Medicare, Medicaid, and private health insurance plans cover annual screening mammograms for women aged 30 and older without any out-of-pocket costs. Starting January 1, 2026, these plans must pay the full cost of the procedure, while coverage for women under 30 remains prohibited. The bill also establishes a rule preventing women over 29 from receiving more than one screening mammogram within an 11-month window. By amending federal laws governing public and private health coverage, the legislation ensures consistent, free access to this preventive care for the specified demographic.

Issues: ✓ Healthcare

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Introduced Apr 28, 2026 Last action Apr 28, 2026

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Apr 28, 2026

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Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

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Apr 28, 2026

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