The Pharmacy Benefit Manager Transparency Act of 2025, or S.526, aims to regulate pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) by preventing unfair and deceptive practices related to prescription drug pricing. It prohibits PBMs from charging health plans different amounts than they reimburse …
H.R. 1208, the "No Tax Breaks for Radical Corporate Activism Act," seeks to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 by disallowing trade or business expense deductions for employer reimbursements of employee costs related to child gender transition procedures or …
H.R.1219, the Oral Health Products Inclusion Act, seeks to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. The amendment aims to include over-the-counter (OTC) oral healthcare products as qualified medical expenses. These expenses would then be eligible for purchase using Health …
H.R.1178, the Alpha-gal Allergen Inclusion Act, aims to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to include alpha-gal in the definition of 'major food allergen'. This bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on February 10, 2025, and …
H.R.1157, the ACCESS Act, proposes to amend the Internal Revenue Code and the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) to allow individuals enrolled in health insurance exchanges to elect to receive contributions to a health savings account (HSA) in …
H.R. 1162, the Medicaid Primary Care Improvement Act, aims to facilitate direct primary care (DPC) arrangements within Medicaid programs. It clarifies that states can offer medical assistance through DPC arrangements, where primary care services are compensated via a fixed periodic …
The Rural Hospital Closure Relief Act of 2025 (S.502) aims to amend Title XVIII of the Social Security Act, restoring state authority to waive the 35-mile rule for designating critical access hospitals (CAHs) under the Medicare program. This would allow …
H.Res.124 expresses the House of Representatives' continued support for the people of Puerto Rico and urges the Federal Government to expedite the rebuilding of Puerto Rico's electrical grid. The resolution acknowledges the ongoing challenges faced by Puerto Rico, including frequent …
H.R.1153, the Rural Physician Workforce Production Act of 2025, aims to increase the number of physicians practicing in rural areas by amending Title XVIII of the Social Security Act. The bill introduces an elective rural sustainability per resident payment for …
S.501, the "Strategy for Public Health Preparedness and Response to Artificial Intelligence Threats Act," directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) to develop a strategy for addressing the risks posed by the misuse of artificial intelligence (AI) to …
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 …