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The District of Columbia Medicaid Fairness Act aims to adjust the Federal Medical Assistance Percentage (FMAP) for the District of Columbia under Title XIX of the Social Security Act. It proposes setting the FMAP at 70% for fiscal years before …
Senate Resolution 465 designates September 2025 as "National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month." The resolution acknowledges the significant impact of childhood cancer, noting that thousands of children are diagnosed each year, and approximately 1,600 lose their lives to the disease annually. …
Senate Resolution 464 designates September 2025 as "National Cholesterol Education Month" and September 30, 2025, as "LDL-C Awareness Day." The resolution aims to raise awareness about cardiovascular disease and the importance of knowing one's LDL-C number. It highlights the prevalence …
This document is a joint resolution passed by the Senate and House of Representatives to disapprove a rule submitted by the Office of the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The rule in question pertains to …
The "Improving Access to Care for Rural Veterans Act" aims to enhance healthcare access for veterans in rural areas by mandating partnerships between Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) medical facilities and rural medical facilities. These partnerships may include telehealth services, …
The "Forcing Real Accountability for Unlawful Distributions Act of 2025" (FRAUD Act of 2025) aims to combat fraud, waste, and abuse within the Veterans Community Care Program. It mandates the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to implement an information technology system …
The "Boosting University Investments in Low-Income Districts Act" (BUILD Act) aims to establish a grant program for institutions of higher education located in economically distressed communities. The program would provide planning and implementation grants to these institutions to support economic …
House Resolution 814 recognizes and honors the White House Medical Unit (WHMU) for its 80 years of service to the President, Vice President, their families, and White House staff. The resolution acknowledges the WHMU's role in providing medical care, maintaining …
The Skin Substitute Access and Payment Reform Act aims to amend Title XVIII of the Social Security Act to adjust Medicare payments for skin substitute products. It seeks to refine the payment structure for these products and enhance program integrity …
The "Prohibiting Abortion & Transgender Procedures on the Exchanges Act" aims to amend the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA). It seeks to exclude coverage of gender-transition procedures for minors and abortion services from health plans offered through American …
Senate Resolution 453 designates the week beginning September 7, 2025, as "National Direct Support Professionals Week." It recognizes the vital role these professionals play in supporting individuals with disabilities. The resolution acknowledges their contributions to community inclusion, personalized care, and …
H. Res. 805 designates October 2025 as "American Pharmacists Month." It recognizes the contributions of pharmacists to healthcare, including providing accessible, affordable, and beneficial patient care. The resolution acknowledges pharmacists' role in ensuring optimal medication therapy outcomes and their accessibility …
This House Resolution supports the recognition of October 2025 as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It aims to increase public awareness, promote research, and find a cure for breast cancer. The resolution highlights the prevalence and impact of breast cancer, …
The Community Mental Wellness Worker Training Act authorizes the Secretary of Health and Human Services to award grants for training community mental wellness workers. The goal is to increase access to mental health and substance use disorder services by supporting …
House Resolution 803 urges the Director of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to reevaluate the safety of all chemical abortion drugs, citing concerns over expanded access and potential risks. The resolution references independent studies suggesting higher complication rates than …