Healthcare

in committee · United States · House Mar 25, 2026

HR 8091: Outpatient Surgery Access Act of 2026

This bill, the Outpatient Surgery Access Act of 2026, changes how Medicare calculates payment updates for surgeries performed at outpatient surgical centers. Starting in 2027, these centers will receive annual payment increases that match the updates given to other outpatient hospital services, rather than using a separate calculation method. The legislation also removes a specific budget neutrality adjustment that previously limited payment increases for these facilities and ensures that spending data from the new payment system is included in future budget calculations. These changes directly affect Medicare reimbursement rates for outpatient surgical procedures without altering the underlying services provided.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill increases Medicare payments for outpatient surgery centers, improving access to surgical services and strengthening healthcare funding.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals Medicare

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in committee · United States · House Jul 2, 2026

HR 7895: PBM Kickback Prohibition Act

This bill prohibits pharmacy benefit management companies from paying referral fees to brokers, consultants, or other individuals in exchange for directing business to them. It directly affects pharmacy benefit management service providers, brokerage firms, and healthcare plans by amending the Employee Retirement Income Security Act to ban such compensation arrangements. The key provision adds a new restriction to existing laws, making it illegal for these service providers to pay any amount, directly or indirectly, for referrals of their services. The ban takes effect for plan years starting after the bill is enacted, aiming to increase transparency in healthcare service contracting.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill prohibits kickbacks in pharmacy benefit management, protecting patients from inflated drug costs and unethical practices that could limit access to affordable medications.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Prescription Drugs

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in committee · United States · House Mar 19, 2026

HR 8008: Social Determinants for Moms Act

This bill establishes a federal task force to address maternal health disparities by coordinating efforts across multiple government agencies and community stakeholders to reduce preventable maternal deaths and serious health complications. The task force will include representatives from various departments such as Health and Human Services, Housing and Urban Development, and Transportation, along with community leaders, patients, and healthcare providers focused on maternal health. Additionally, the bill authorizes $100 million over five years to provide grants to community organizations for addressing social determinants of maternal health including housing, transportation, nutrition, employment, and environmental conditions. These grants prioritize areas with high rates of maternal mortality and poverty, and recipients must submit annual reports on their activities and outcomes. The legislation defines key terms such as maternal mortality and social determinants of maternal health to guide implementation and reporting requirements.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates federal task force to reduce maternal deaths and health complications, strengthening healthcare access and outcomes for women.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Women's Health

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in committee · United States · House Apr 20, 2026

HR 7973: Momnibus Act

The Momnibus Act is a comprehensive legislative bill designed to improve maternal health outcomes across the United States by addressing social determinants of health, expanding access to care, and reducing disparities among pregnant and postpartum individuals. The bill establishes a federal task force to coordinate efforts between agencies and stakeholders to eliminate preventable maternal mortality and severe morbidity, while providing sustained funding to community-based organizations to address nonclinical factors like housing, nutrition, and transportation. Key provisions include extending WIC eligibility to 24 months postpartum, creating grants to grow and diversify the perinatal workforce, implementing respectful maternity care training for all healthcare employees, and establishing compliance programs to track and address bias in maternity care settings. The legislation also includes specific measures for incarcerated mothers, veterans, and vulnerable populations affected by climate change, alongside funding for maternal mental health services and technology-enabled care models to expand access in underserved areas.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes federal task force to improve maternal health outcomes, expand access to care, and reduce disparities through sustained funding and coordination.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Women's Health

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in committee · United States · House Dec 15, 2025

HR 6721: MAP for Care Act

This bill establishes a Medicare Advance Directive Certification Program to help Medicare beneficiaries create and manage legally recognized advance directives that outline their medical care preferences. The program would require participating vendors to meet strict accreditation standards for security, privacy, and accessibility while allowing beneficiaries to voluntarily enroll and update their documents online. Key provisions include mandatory notifications to Medicare enrollees, federal oversight of vendor compliance, and the availability of state-compliant advance directive forms on the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services website. The legislation does not preempt state laws and ensures that certified directives remain accessible to healthcare providers and designated family members when needed.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes program to help Medicare beneficiaries create advance directives, protecting patient rights and improving healthcare access through voluntary enrollment and secure online management.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates security, privacy, and accessibility standards for vendors, protecting beneficiary data while enabling online document management.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicaid Medicare

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in committee · United States · House Mar 24, 2026

HR 8055: Extending WIC for New Moms Act

Extending WIC for New Moms Act This bill amends the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) to extend the eligibility periods for breastfeeding and postpartum women. Specifically, a state program may elect to certify a breastfeeding woman for up to 24 months (currently 1 year) postpartum. The bill also expands the eligibility period for postpartum women to up to 24 months after termination of pregnancy (currently 6 months). The Department of Agriculture must submit a report to Congress evaluating the effect of these changes to the program on (1) maternal and infant health outcomes, (2) breastfeeding rates, and (3) qualitative evaluations of family experiences under WIC.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill extends WIC eligibility for breastfeeding and postpartum women, improving nutrition access and maternal health support.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Children's Health

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in committee · United States · House Mar 27, 2026

HR 8143: Ensuring Access to Lower-Cost Medicines for Seniors Act of 2026.

This bill requires Medicare Part D prescription drug plans to include certain lower-cost generic drugs and biosimilar biological products in preferred positions on their formularies starting in 2027. It mandates that these lower-cost alternatives be placed on more favorable tiers with reduced out-of-pocket costs compared to their brand-name counterparts. Additionally, the legislation prohibits plans from imposing stricter access restrictions, such as prior authorization or step therapy, on these lower-cost options than those applied to the original brand-name drugs. The measure directly affects Medicare beneficiaries enrolled in Part D plans and the insurance sponsors who manage those formularies.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill improves patient access to lower-cost medicines and reduces out-of-pocket costs for seniors through Medicare Part D reforms.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicare Prescription Drugs Tags Seniors

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in committee · United States · House Apr 14, 2026

HRES 1171: Supporting the designation of the week of April 20 through April 24, 2026, as "National Home Visiting Week".

This resolution designates the week of April 20 through April 24, 2026, as National Home Visiting Week to raise awareness about home visiting programs that support families. The bill does not create new funding or change existing laws, but instead formally recognizes the importance of these services that help parents, promote healthy child development, and strengthen family relationships. It highlights statistics showing that over 284,000 families received home visiting services in 2024, with more than 20,000 home visitors providing support nationwide. The resolution serves as a commemorative measure to acknowledge the role of home visitors in providing practical, emotional, and educational assistance to families across the United States.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill promotes home visiting programs that support families and child health development, raising awareness about existing healthcare services.85% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Apr 14, 2026

HRES 1167: Expressing support for the designation of the month of April 2026 as "Parkinson's Awareness Month".

This resolution expresses support for designating April 2026 as Parkinson's Awareness Month to raise public awareness about the condition. It directly affects individuals living with Parkinson's disease, their caregivers, and organizations working to improve care and research. The bill does not change laws or funding but serves as a symbolic gesture to highlight the disease's impact and encourage continued research and community support. It recognizes the millions of people affected and acknowledges the importance of clinical trials and quality-of-life improvements for patients and their families.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill raises public awareness about Parkinson's disease, indirectly supporting healthcare by encouraging research and community support for affected individuals.75% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Mar 12, 2026

HR 7909: Medicare Expansion and Lowering Costs Now Act

This bill creates a Medicare buy-in option for individuals aged 50 to 64 who would qualify for Medicare at age 65 but are not yet eligible, allowing them to enroll in Medicare Parts A, B, and D with premiums based on average costs and geographic adjustments. It also establishes a new voluntary supplemental insurance program for current Medicare beneficiaries to help cover deductibles and copayments, starting in 2027, and requires the government to negotiate lower drug prices for Medicare Part D plans beginning in 2029. The legislation creates a reinsurance fund to stabilize health insurance premiums in the individual market for high-cost enrollees starting in 2025 and extends risk corridor reauthorization through 2031. Additionally, the bill increases eligibility for premium tax credits to cover individuals with household incomes up to 400% of the poverty line and repeals certain reconciliation provisions from a previous law.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands Medicare coverage to ages 50-64 and creates supplemental insurance, directly advancing healthcare access and reducing costs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Medicaid Medicare

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