H.R.1160, the Health Care Provider Shortage Minimization Act of 2025, aims to address physician shortages, particularly in underserved areas, by clarifying the tax treatment of locum tenens physicians and advanced care practitioners. The bill amends the Internal Revenue Code of …
H.R. 1171, also known as the Stopping Addiction and Falls for the Elderly Act (SAFE Act), aims to amend Title XVIII of the Social Security Act. The bill seeks to include physical therapists and occupational therapists as health professionals for …
H.R.1127, the Rural America Health Corps Act, aims to establish a demonstration program providing loan repayment assistance to healthcare professionals working in rural Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs). This program mirrors the existing National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program …
H.R.1140, the Direct Medical Care Freedom Act of 2025, aims to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. The amendment would allow individuals with direct medical care service arrangements to remain eligible for health savings accounts (HSAs). This bill defines …
H.R.1111, the Department of Peacebuilding Act of 2025, proposes the establishment of a new executive department dedicated to peacebuilding efforts, both domestically and internationally. The bill outlines the department's responsibilities, including violence prevention, conflict resolution, and the promotion of peaceful …
H.R.1142 aims to amend the Public Health Service Act, directing the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) to establish drug adherence guidelines. The goal is to achieve 90% adherence for Medicare Part B and D drugs. The guidelines will …
H.R.1117, the Responsibility in Drug Advertising Act of 2025, aims to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to restrict direct-to-consumer (DTC) advertising of prescription drugs. The bill proposes a three-year moratorium on DTC advertising for newly approved drugs, …
H.R.1143, the Medicare IVIG Access Enhancement Act of 2025, aims to amend Title XVIII of the Social Security Act to expand Medicare coverage for in-home administration of intravenous immune globulin (IVIG). Specifically, it extends coverage to include treatment for chronic …
Senate Resolution 67 declares racism a public health crisis in the United States. It acknowledges historical and contemporary racism's impact on health inequities. The resolution commits the Senate to establishing a nationwide strategy to address health disparities, dismantle systemic racism, …
H.R. 1059, the "Jobs and Opportunities for Medicaid Act," proposes to amend Title XIX of the Social Security Act, introducing a minimum work requirement for able-bodied adults enrolled in state Medicaid programs. The bill mandates that, beginning January 1, 2026, …
S.447, the "Jobs and Opportunities for Medicaid Act," proposes to amend Title XIX of the Social Security Act, introducing a minimum work requirement for able-bodied adults enrolled in State Medicaid programs. Beginning January 1, 2026, states would be required to …
S.455, the Protecting Sensitive Locations Act, aims to amend Section 287 of the Immigration and Nationality Act. The bill seeks to limit immigration enforcement actions at sensitive locations such as schools, hospitals, and places of worship. It clarifies the powers …
The Responsibility in Drug Advertising Act of 2025 (S.483) aims to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to restrict direct-to-consumer (DTC) advertising of prescription drugs. Specifically, it proposes a three-year moratorium on DTC advertising for newly approved drugs, …
H.R. 1107, the Protecting Veteran Access to Telemedicine Services Act of 2025, aims to amend Title 38 of the United States Code. The bill seeks to authorize Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) health care professionals to deliver, distribute, or dispense …
H.R.1096, the "Helping Out Patients for Emotional and Mental Wellbeing Act" or the "HOPE and Mental Wellbeing Act of 2025," aims to amend Title XVIII of the Social Security Act. The bill mandates Medicare and Medicaid coverage for three primary …