PARTNERS Act of 2026

The PARTNERS Act of 2026 allows individual states to directly enforce rules governing Medicare Advantage plans sold within their borders. Under this legislation, state officials would have the authority to require insurance companies to comply with federal standards for these plans, rather than relying solely on federal agencies. The bill also mandates that the federal government coordinate its enforcement efforts with states and permits the creation of collaborative agreements to streamline oversight. This change directly affects state regulators, Medicare Advantage insurers, and the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services by shifting some enforcement responsibilities to the states.