State-Based Universal Health Care Act of 2025
This bill establishes a framework for states to create their own universal health care systems by applying for waivers to replace or supplement federal health programs. States would need to demonstrate they can provide comprehensive coverage that meets or exceeds federal standards, cover at least 95% of residents within 5 years, and include specific protections for Indian health care. The federal government would redirect funds that would have gone to federal programs to the states for implementation, with states required to submit annual reports and undergo a 5-year review to maintain the waiver.
Bill status
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Introduction
Jul 2025
Committee Review
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President
Introduced Jul 15, 2025
Last action Jul 15, 2025
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Jul 15, 2025
Committee
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
upper
Jul 15, 2025
Introduced
Introduced in Senate
upper
1 primary · 3 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Edward J. Markey
DDemocratic
Co
Alex Padilla
DDemocratic
Co
Elizabeth Warren
DDemocratic
Co
Jeff Merkley
DDemocratic
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