Healthcare

in committee · United States · House Sep 1, 2026

HR 10208: To provide for the continued use of certain trust land in San Diego County for healthcare purposes.

This bill restricts approximately 8.6 acres of trust land in San Diego County, California, to be used exclusively for providing health and social services to members of the Ewiiaapaayp Band of Kumeyaay Indians. The legislation explicitly prohibits the use of this property for class II or class III gaming operations or any other commercial activities. These specific usage restrictions will remain in effect for 50 years from the date the bill is enacted.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill restricts land use exclusively for healthcare and social services for a tribal band, directly advancing access to health services.85% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Aug 24, 2026

HR 10147: To amend the Harmonized Tariff Schedule for the United States to establish a new subheading in chapter 39 for silicone prosthetics for women who are breast cancer survivors and a new subheading in chapter 90 for mastectomy bras.

This bill amends the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule to create specific categories for silicone prosthetic breast forms and mastectomy bras intended for women who are breast cancer survivors. By establishing these new subheadings, the legislation sets a zero percent general duty rate for both items, effectively eliminating import tariffs on these medical supplies. The changes apply to goods entering the country or being withdrawn from warehouses for consumption starting January 1, 2027.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill eliminates import tariffs on silicone prosthetics and mastectomy bras for breast cancer survivors, lowering costs and improving access to medical supplies.85% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Sep 2, 2026

HR 10233: SMASH 2.0 Act

The SMASH 2.0 Act reauthorizes the federal mosquito abatement program through fiscal year 2030, maintaining annual funding at $100 million for state and local public health agencies. The bill allows the Secretary of Health and Human Services to consider innovative technologies when awarding grants for mosquito prevention and control. It also permits grant recipients to use up to 5 percent of their funds for staff training and continuing education. Additionally, the legislation directs the Department of Health and Human Services to prepare emergency stockpiles of vector-borne disease control products in coordination with the Strategic National Stockpile.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill reauthorizes a federal program through 2030 and maintains $100M in annual funding for public health agencies, directly supporting government spending on essential services.82% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill reauthorizes and maintains funding for a federal public health program (mosquito abatement), directly supporting public health initiatives.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health

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in committee · United States · House Sep 3, 2026

HR 10295: 9-8-8 Call Center Improvement Act

The 9-8-8 Call Center Improvement Act directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to provide grants to new or existing crisis call centers that serve regional or local communities. These funds are intended to help centers purchase or upgrade technology, train staff, improve daily operations, and hire additional personnel. The bill authorizes $441 million in appropriations for fiscal year 2027 to support these efforts, with the money remaining available until it is fully spent.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes $441 million in federal appropriations to fund crisis call centers, directly advancing government spending and fiscal management for public health services.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill funds crisis call centers under HHS to improve mental health access and operations, directly advancing healthcare services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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in committee · United States · House Sep 1, 2026

HR 10212: PEPTIDES for Veterans Act

The PEPTIDES for Veterans Act directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to review existing federal regulations regarding peptides and submit a report within 180 days that establishes specific definitions for peptides and peptide-based therapies. Following this initial review, the Department must conduct an 18-month study on the safety and efficacy of these treatments for veterans, focusing on conditions such as chronic pain, mental health, and rehabilitation needs. If the study concludes that these therapies should be made available, the Secretary is required to launch a pilot program lasting up to five years to evaluate their effectiveness in real-world clinical settings. The bill ultimately aims to determine whether peptide-based therapies can be integrated into standard care for veterans based on the findings from the mandated research and pilot evaluation.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates VA study on peptide therapies for veterans' chronic pain and mental health, advancing medical treatment access.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransThe bill directs the VA to study peptide therapies for veterans' chronic pain and mental health, explicitly advancing veteran healthcare services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Veteran Benefits Veteran Healthcare Veteran Mental Health

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in committee · United States · House Aug 27, 2026

HR 10171: Improving Health Through Integrated Food and Nutrition Services at Federally Qualified Health Centers Act

The Improving Health Through Integrated Food and Nutrition Services at Federally Qualified Health Centers Act directs the Department of Health and Human Services to create a competitive grant program for federally qualified health centers. These grants would fund activities such as screening patients for food insecurity, operating on-site food pantries, hiring nutrition professionals, and partnering with local food banks. The bill also requires the administration to coordinate with federal agencies to streamline patient enrollment in existing assistance programs like SNAP and WIC, while exploring ways to make nutrition services reimbursable through Medicaid. Recipients must submit annual reports detailing their impact, and the legislation authorizes $100 million per year for fiscal years 2027 through 2031 to support these efforts.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill directs HHS to create a competitive grant program funding food insecurity screening and nutrition services at health centers.75% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill funds grants for health centers to address food insecurity and nutrition, directly strengthening healthcare services and patient access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicaid Primary Care

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in committee · United States · House Aug 17, 2026

HR 10115: Radiation Exposure Compensation Reauthorization Act of 2026

This bill reauthorizes and expands the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act, extending the program's funding through 2043 and allowing new claims to be filed until 2042. It increases compensation amounts for downwinders and Manhattan Project waste claimants from $100,000 or $50,000 to $150,000, respectively, and introduces a provision for reimbursing documented out-of-pocket medical expenses not covered by insurance. The legislation broadens eligibility by adding new geographic areas in states such as Colorado, Montana, Washington, Illinois, and Ohio, as well as the territory of Guam, while also permitting the use of third-party affidavits to verify employment history or physical presence in affected zones. Additionally, it establishes a discretionary process for the President to designate new groups of radiation-exposed individuals for compensation and mandates several health studies regarding the long-term effects of nuclear testing on specific populations.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands compensation for radiation victims and reimburses out-of-pocket medical expenses, directly advancing healthcare access and financial protection.85% confidence

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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 · Senate Aug 6, 2026

S 5312: PROTECT Act

The PROTECT Act directs the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to launch a new initiative aimed at reducing e-cigarette and tobacco use among youth and young adults. The bill authorizes $100 million annually from 2027 through 2031 to fund research on product usage patterns, health impacts, and cessation behaviors, as well as the development of guidance for healthcare providers and schools. Additionally, it requires the creation of public education campaigns and continued funding for state and local health departments to improve access to quit services.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill funds CDC initiatives including guidance for schools and public education campaigns to reduce youth tobacco use, directly supporting educational health programs.65% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill funds CDC initiatives to reduce youth tobacco use, supports research on health impacts, and develops guidance for healthcare providers.95% confidence

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