Healthcare (Insurance)

in committee · United States · House Sep 16, 2026

HR 10476: Glaucoma Vision Act of 2026

The Glaucoma Vision Act of 2026 mandates that private health insurance plans, Medicare, Medicaid, and Federal Employees Health Benefits programs cover annual glaucoma screenings for specific high-risk individuals starting in 2027. These covered individuals include adults aged 40 or older with African, Hispanic/Latino, or Asian ancestry, those with clinical risk factors such as diabetes or family history, and all adults aged 60 or older. The bill also directs the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to award $10 million in grants over two years to provide free or low-cost screenings and treatment to uninsured high-risk populations, with priority given to underserved communities. Additionally, it authorizes $10 million for research into glaucoma treatments, including optic nerve regeneration and gene therapies.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill mandates coverage for annual glaucoma screenings for high-risk individuals under various health insurance programs, directly expanding health coverage and improving patient access to preventive care.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Medicaid Medicare

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in committee · United States · House Sep 14, 2026

HR 10374: Affordable Premiums for Seniors Act of 2026

The Affordable Premiums for Seniors Act of 2026 extends a Medicare Part D premium stabilization program through 2029 and makes it permanent starting in 2030, provided that ending the program would not cause prescription drug premiums to rise. This legislation directly affects seniors enrolled in Medicare prescription drug plans by aiming to keep their costs stable over time. The bill requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services to issue updated operational guidelines for the program within 30 days of enactment.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill extends and makes permanent a Medicare Part D premium stabilization program, directly aiming to keep prescription drug costs stable for seniors, thus advancing healthcare affordability and access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Medicare Prescription Drugs Tags Seniors

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in committee · United States · House Sep 16, 2026

HRES 1554: Recognizing the duty of the Federal Government to create a Federal job guarantee.

This House resolution declares it is the duty of the Federal Government to establish a federal job guarantee that offers employment to any eligible individual who seeks paid work. The proposed program would pay workers at least $25 per hour, adjusted for inflation, and provide benefits such as health insurance, paid leave, and retirement plans without replacing existing safety net programs. Job guarantee positions would be filled through public projects focused on community needs, including care work, infrastructure repair, environmental conservation, and education support. The resolution specifies that the Department of Labor would administer the program in coordination with the Treasury, while state and local governments would help identify and manage specific projects.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesThe bill mandates a federal job guarantee with guaranteed wages and benefits, which would significantly increase government spending and likely require tax increases, thereby restricting fiscal flexibility.75% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates health insurance benefits for job guarantee workers, expanding coverage and protecting healthcare access for a new class of employees.75% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates a federal job guarantee with $25/hour wage and benefits, directly advancing employment standards and worker protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Labor Standards Minimum Wage Paid Leave

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in committee · United States · House Sep 10, 2026

HR 10348: Health Care Fraud Prevention and Enforcement Act

The Health Care Fraud Prevention and Enforcement Act increases federal funding for anti-fraud programs within the Departments of Justice and Health and Human Services, with specific budget allocations rising through 2029 and adjusting annually for inflation thereafter. The bill expands the investigative authority of the HHS Office of Inspector General to include programs established under the Affordable Care Act and incorporates the State Children's Health Insurance Program into existing data matching efforts. It also clarifies that "health plan" definitions cover both public and private delivery systems and ensures that funding use does not limit agencies' ability to prosecute fraud or communicate with the public. Additionally, the legislation requires an annual report to Congress by April 1, mandates notice if the report is delayed, and directs the Government Accountability Office to conduct a study on the program's effectiveness within 16 months of enactment.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly increases federal funding for anti-fraud programs and mandates specific budget allocations through 2029 with inflation adjustments.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill funds anti-fraud programs to protect healthcare integrity and expands OIG authority over ACA and CHIP, strengthening oversight of health services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Children's Health Insurance

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in committee · United States · House Sep 2, 2026

HR 10227: INSULIN Act of 2026

The INSULIN Act of 2026 mandates that group and individual health insurance plans cap out-of-pocket costs for selected insulin products at $35 per 30-day supply, effective for plan years beginning on or after January 1, 2028. This cost limit applies to a variety of insulin types and delivery devices, with the cap set at the lesser of $35 or 25 percent of the negotiated price net of concessions. The bill also prohibits insurers from imposing deductibles or prior authorization requirements for these covered products unless clinically justified for safety reasons. Additionally, the legislation directs the Department of Health and Human Services to fund a resource center and hotline to help uninsured individuals find affordable insulin assistance programs, while requiring the Government Accountability Office to study the demographics of uninsured insulin users. Finally, it creates an expedited review process for biosimilar insulin applications when the Secretary determines there is inadequate competition in the market.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill caps insulin costs at $35 and removes barriers like deductibles, directly improving patient access to essential medication.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Prescription Drugs

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in committee · United States · House Aug 13, 2026

HR 10100: Screen to Save Act

The Screen to Save Act requires Medicare, Medicaid, and private health insurance plans to cover annual screening mammography for women aged 30 and older at no cost to the patient. This change takes effect on January 1, 2027, and specifically prohibits insurers from charging copays or deductibles for these screenings. The bill also establishes a frequency limit that prevents Medicare from paying for mammograms performed within 11 months of a previous screening for women over 29.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates no-cost coverage for mammograms under Medicare, Medicaid, and private plans, expanding access to preventive care.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Medicare Women's Health

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in committee · United States · House Sep 3, 2026

HR 10252: Launching with Healthcare Act

The Launching with Healthcare Act extends the period during which young adults must be covered under their parents' health insurance plans from age 26 to age 31. This change directly affects individuals up to age 31 and the employers or insurers providing these family coverage plans. The bill amends the Public Health Service Act to implement this new age limit, with the provision taking effect for plan years that begin after December 31, 2026.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill extends health insurance coverage for young adults from age 26 to 31, directly expanding access to healthcare services and protecting patient rights.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Public Health

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in committee · United States · House Sep 1, 2026

HR 10210: Doctors Not AI Act of 2026

The Doctors Not AI Act of 2026 prohibits health insurance plans from using artificial intelligence systems to issue or dictate adverse benefit determinations that involve clinical judgment, such as decisions based on medical necessity or treatment appropriateness. Instead, these determinations must be made by a licensed healthcare professional who conducts an independent evaluation of the patient's specific medical circumstances without deferring to AI outputs. The bill requires insurers to disclose in written notices if any AI system was used during the review process and mandates that detailed documentation regarding the AI's role and outputs be maintained as part of the administrative record, available to patients upon request. Additionally, the legislation classifies the use of AI in utilization review as a treatment limitation for parity purposes, ensuring it is evaluated equally across mental health and medical-surgical benefits under existing federal laws.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill protects patient rights by requiring licensed professionals, not AI, to make clinical judgment calls on insurance benefits.95% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyThe bill explicitly prohibits health insurance plans from using AI for clinical judgment, restricting the application of technology in a major sector.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Mental Health Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · United States · House Aug 20, 2026

HR 10133: Fair Prescription Pricing Act of 2026

The Fair Prescription Pricing Act of 2026 would cap the out-of-pocket costs that individuals pay for prescription drugs by limiting deductibles, copayments, and coinsurance to no more than the nationwide average consumer price for that specific medication. This provision applies to both group health plans and individual health insurance policies, ensuring that patients using in-network pharmacies do not face charges higher than the standard market rate. The bill requires pharmacy benefit managers to adhere to these same cost-sharing limits as the insurance providers themselves. These restrictions would be implemented across federal laws governing public health services, employee retirement income security, and internal revenue codes to ensure consistent enforcement for plan years beginning after the act's enactment.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill caps out-of-pocket prescription costs to improve patient access and affordability within health insurance plans.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Prescription Drugs Public Health

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in committee · United States · House Sep 10, 2026

HR 10240: Behavioral Health Crisis Services Expansion Act of 2026

The Behavioral Health Crisis Services Expansion Act of 2026 mandates that Medicare, Medicaid, and most private health insurance plans cover mental health and substance use crisis response services for individuals experiencing acute episodes. These covered services include care provided by mobile crisis teams, urgent care facilities, and stabilization centers that offer short-term observation without rejecting patients based on their ability to pay or other factors. The legislation also requires ambulance providers to transport individuals in crisis to appropriate facilities and extends coverage requirements to TRICARE, veterans' benefits, federal employee health plans, and the Children's Health Insurance Program. These new coverage mandates generally take effect three years after the bill is enacted, with specific provisions ensuring that financial restrictions on these services are no more severe than those applied to standard medical care.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates insurance coverage for mental health and substance use crisis services, expanding access and protecting patient rights.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Children's Health Insurance Mental Health

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