H.R.483, the "Health Care Efficiency Through Flexibility Act," aims to delay the implementation of electronic clinical quality metrics (eCQMs) for Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs) until January 1, 2030. It mandates the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a …

H.R.500, the Medicare Hearing Aid Coverage Act of 2025, aims to amend Title XVIII of the Social Security Act to include coverage for hearing aids and related examinations under Medicare. This bill directs the Comptroller General to conduct a study …

H.R.474, the Lumbee Fairness Act, seeks to grant federal recognition to the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina. This involves amending the Lumbee Act of 1956 to formally acknowledge the tribe and extend federal benefits and services to its members. The …

The Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act (S.6) aims to amend Title 18 of the United States Code to ensure that infants born alive after an abortion or attempted abortion receive the same medical care as any other newborn. It mandates …

S.116 proposes renaming the Department of Veterans Affairs medical center in Dallas, Texas, to the Eddie Bernice Johnson VA Medical Center. This bill acknowledges Congresswoman Johnson's service as a psychiatric nurse and her legislative efforts supporting veterans. The bill aims …

S.117, the AMERICANS Act, addresses adverse actions taken against members of the Armed Forces due to the COVID-19 vaccine mandate. It aims to provide remedies for those discharged or subjected to adverse actions. The bill also seeks to prevent future …

H.R. 538, the Critical Access Hospital Relief Act of 2025, aims to amend Title XVIII of the Social Security Act. The core change involves removing the 96-hour physician certification requirement for inpatient critical access hospital services. This bill was introduced …

H.R. 553, also known as the BRAVE Act, aims to improve mental health care for veterans. Specifically, it directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to establish a patient outreach system. This system will provide veterans who have experienced traumatic events …

S.131, the PRECEPT Nurses Act, introduces a tax credit for nurse preceptors who supervise and mentor nursing students and newly hired nurses in health professional shortage areas. The bill aims to incentivize experienced nurses to take on preceptorship roles by …

H.R.497, the Medicaid Third Party Liability Act, aims to amend Title XIX of the Social Security Act to clarify the liability of third-party payers for medical assistance paid under Medicaid. The bill seeks to remove special treatment for certain types …

The Supreme Court case *Royal Canin U. S. A. v. Wullschleger* (2025) addresses the issue of supplemental jurisdiction in federal courts following the removal of a case from state court. Specifically, the Court considered whether a federal court retains jurisdiction …

H.J.Res.19 is a joint resolution introduced in the House of Representatives to acknowledge the courage and sacrifice of Vietnam War veterans and formally apologize for the treatment they received upon returning home. The resolution recognizes the service of veterans, urges …

H.R.444, the Native American Health Savings Improvement Act, aims to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. The amendment would allow individuals eligible for Indian Health Service (IHS) assistance to qualify for health savings accounts (HSAs). This bill clarifies that …

H.R. 467, the Foreign Medical Program Modernization Act of 2025, aims to amend Title 38 of the United States Code to broaden the scope of the Foreign Medical Program (FMP) for veterans. Specifically, it seeks to eliminate the requirement that …

H.R. 439, the Veterans Foreign Medical Coverage Equality and Modernization Act of 2025, aims to amend Title 38 of the United States Code. The amendment would require the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to provide hospital care and medical services …