Healthcare

in committee · United States · House Apr 16, 2026

HRES 1183: Supporting the designation of the week of April 11 through April 17, 2026, as "Black Maternal Health Week", founded by Black Mamas Matter Alliance, Inc. (BMMA), to bring national attention to the maternal and reproductive health crisis in the United States and the importance of reducing maternal mortality and morbidity among Black women and birthing people.

This House Resolution supports designating the week of April 11 through April 17, 2026, as "Black Maternal Health Week." The resolution aims to bring national attention to the maternal and reproductive health crisis in the United States, specifically highlighting the importance of reducing maternal mortality and morbidity among Black women and birthing people.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill designates awareness week for Black Maternal Health, highlighting importance of reducing maternal mortality and morbidity, supporting public health initiatives.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Women's Health

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in committee · United States · House Apr 20, 2026

HR 8386: RECOVER Act of 2026

The RECOVER Act of 2026 seeks to eliminate a specific payment reduction under the Medicare program, directly affecting Medicare beneficiaries who receive multiple therapy services and the providers who furnish them. Currently, Medicare applies a 50% payment reduction when certain multiple therapy services are provided to a beneficiary on the same day. This bill amends existing law to eliminate that 50% reduction, changing it to 0 percent. This change applies to therapy services billed under the physician fee schedule, as well as outpatient and comprehensive outpatient rehabilitation services, and will take effect for services furnished on or after January 1, 2027.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill eliminates a 50% payment reduction for Medicare therapy services, increasing reimbursement rates and protecting access to care for beneficiaries.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicare

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in committee · United States · House May 13, 2026

HR 8367: Answering the Call Act of 2026

The Answering the Call Act of 2026 aims to improve access and outreach for the 9-8-8 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline specifically for first responders, including law enforcement, firefighters, and EMTs. It directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to conduct outreach activities, in coordination with first responder organizations, to promote 9-8-8 and address barriers like stigma and privacy concerns. The bill also authorizes grants for public awareness campaigns, mandates specialized trauma-informed training for 9-8-8 counselors to serve first responders, and requires data collection on their hotline use with privacy safeguards. Additionally, it establishes a pilot program for federal agencies and first responder organizations to collaborate on tailoring these outreach efforts.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill strengthens mental health services by improving access to suicide prevention lifeline for first responders through outreach and grants.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Tags Public Safety

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in committee · United States · House Apr 14, 2026

HR 8279: To expand the definition of institution of higher education in the Higher Education Act of 1965 with respect to certain graduate medical schools located outside of the United States.

This bill amends the Higher Education Act of 1965 to expand the definition of "institution of higher education" for certain graduate medical schools located outside the United States. This change affects these foreign medical schools and their students, potentially making more students eligible for federal student loans. The bill adds an alternative criterion for schools to qualify: they must have had a clinical training program approved by a U.S. state (requiring an on-site visit) as of January 31, 2021, and continue to operate such a program in at least one U.S. state with state approval. This is in addition to the existing criterion that at least 60% of their students and graduates are not U.S. citizens or eligible non-citizens.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands eligibility for federal student loans to foreign medical schools, increasing educational access and funding opportunities for students pursuing graduate medical education.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands access to medical education by allowing foreign graduate medical schools to qualify for federal student loans, potentially increasing healthcare workforce capacity.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Financial Aid

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in committee · United States · House Apr 20, 2026

HR 8390: National Food as Medicine Program Act of 2026

The National Food as Medicine Program Act of 2026 proposes to establish a federal grant program for states to create or expand "Food as Medicine" initiatives under Medicaid waivers. These programs would provide medically supportive food and nutrition interventions, like tailored meals or produce prescriptions, to Medicaid-eligible individuals with nutrition-related chronic conditions or food insecurity. The bill also directs the Department of Agriculture to provide technical assistance to farmers, especially socially disadvantaged and beginning farmers, to help them supply regeneratively or organically produced local food to these programs. Furthermore, it mandates federal guidance for states on implementing these programs, including eligibility criteria, provider roles, and procurement methods, aiming to integrate food interventions into healthcare.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes federal grants for Food as Medicine programs under Medicaid, expanding nutrition interventions for chronic conditions and food insecurity.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicaid

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in committee · United States · House Apr 14, 2026

HR 8261: Chronic Care Management Improvement Act of 2026

HR 8261, the Chronic Care Management Improvement Act of 2026, aims to reduce healthcare costs for Medicare Part B beneficiaries receiving chronic care management services. Effective January 1, 2027, the bill mandates that Medicare will cover 100% of the cost for these specific services. This means individuals will no longer be responsible for any copayments or deductibles for chronic care management. The change directly affects Medicare Part B enrollees who utilize these services, making them more affordable by eliminating out-of-pocket costs.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates 100% Medicare coverage for chronic care management, eliminating copays and deductibles to improve patient access and reduce costs.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicare Telehealth

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in committee · United States · House Jun 9, 2026

HR 8473: Veterinary Services to Improve Public Health in Rural Communities Act

The Veterinary Services to Improve Public Health in Rural Communities Act authorizes the Indian Health Service (IHS) to provide public health veterinary services, such as spaying/neutering, vaccinations, and disease surveillance, to prevent and control zoonotic diseases (diseases transmissible between animals and humans) in Tribal communities. The bill allows for the deployment of veterinary public health officers to these areas and coordination with agencies like the CDC and USDA. Additionally, it mandates a study by the Department of Agriculture on the feasibility and efficacy of delivering oral rabies vaccines to wildlife in Arctic regions to protect Tribal members. Finally, the act formally includes the Director of the IHS in the federal government's "One Health" framework, which emphasizes the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill authorizes Indian Health Service to provide veterinary public health services, including vaccinations and disease surveillance, to prevent zoonotic diseases in Tribal communities, directly strengthening public health infrastructure.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health Tags Tribal Nations

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in committee · United States · House Apr 20, 2026

HRES 1200: Supporting the designation of March 2026 as Endometriosis Awareness Month.

This resolution expresses the House of Representatives' support for designating March 2026 as Endometriosis Awareness Month. It recognizes the need for early detection, increased education for healthcare providers, and continued research into endometriosis, a chronic disease affecting women. The resolution encourages the people of the United States to observe the month with appropriate awareness and educational activities.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill promotes endometriosis awareness, early detection, healthcare provider education, and research, all advancing healthcare access and understanding.75% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Apr 16, 2026

HR 8355: Accountable Produce is Medicine Act of 2026

The "Accountable Produce is Medicine Act of 2026" mandates the creation of a new pilot program within the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation. This program requires selected healthcare providers to offer a comprehensive set of "Accountable Produce is Medicine services" to eligible Medicare, Medicaid, and CHIP beneficiaries. These services, provided without patient cost-sharing, include healthy foods (like fruits and vegetables), nutrition counseling, care coordination, and remote monitoring for individuals with specific chronic diseases in underserved areas. Participating programs will screen patients, deliver these services for a year, and track health data to evaluate outcomes and cost savings over a period of at least five years.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates pilot program providing free healthy foods, nutrition counseling, and care coordination to Medicare/Medicaid beneficiaries, expanding health services and access.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Children's Health Medicaid Medicare

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in committee · United States · House Apr 16, 2026

HR 8339: Drug Origin Transparency Act of 2026

This bill, titled the "Drug Origin Transparency Act of 2026," aims to increase transparency regarding the manufacturing and supply chain of drugs, primarily affecting drug manufacturers and suppliers of active pharmaceutical ingredients. It mandates that drug manufacturers submit more detailed and frequent reports to the government, identifying suppliers of active pharmaceutical ingredients and intermediate materials, including the amounts sourced from each. These reports could be required up to four times annually. Additionally, the bill requires drug labels to include the name, place of business, and unique facility identifier of the original manufacturer of both the finished drug and its active pharmaceutical ingredients. Labels must also identify all manufacturers involved, from the original active ingredient supplier to the final packer or distributor.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill increases transparency in drug supply chains, which can improve patient safety and access to reliable medications, indirectly supporting healthcare quality.75% confidence

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