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The Fiscal Year 2025 Veterans Affairs Major Medical Facility Authorization Act authorizes a major medical facility project for the Department of Veterans Affairs in St. Louis, Missouri. The project is slated for fiscal year 2026 and includes construction of a …
The "Captain Paul W. `Bud' Bucha VA Medical Center Act of 2025" designates the Department of Veterans Affairs medical center in West Haven, Connecticut, as the "Captain Paul W. `Bud' Bucha VA Medical Center." This act honors Captain Bucha, a …
The "No Surprises Act Enforcement Act" aims to strengthen the enforcement of balance billing requirements under the No Surprises Act. It increases penalties for group health plans, health insurance issuers, and nonparticipating providers who violate these requirements. The bill also …
The Urban Indian Health Parity Act aims to amend Title XIX of the Social Security Act. It seeks to provide a 100% Federal Medical Assistance Percentage (FMAP) for urban Indian organizations (UIOs). This would align the funding for UIOs with …
The Newborn Screening Saves Lives Reauthorization Act of 2025 aims to amend the Public Health Service Act, reauthorizing and improving programs related to genetic diseases in newborns and children. It focuses on enhancing screening, follow-up, and education related to heritable …
The "Reducing Hereditary Cancer Act" aims to amend Title XVIII of the Social Security Act to expand Medicare coverage for hereditary cancer genetic testing and preventive measures. This includes genetic testing for individuals with a family history or suspicion of …
The Patawomeck Indian Tribe of Virginia Federal Recognition Act extends federal recognition to the Patawomeck Indian Tribe of Virginia. This recognition would make the tribe and its members eligible for federal services and benefits available to federally recognized tribes. The …
The No Surprises Act Enforcement Act aims to strengthen the enforcement of balance billing requirements under the No Surprises Act. It increases penalties for group health plans and health insurance issuers that violate these requirements. The bill also introduces additional …
The CARING for Our Veterans Health Act of 2025 aims to improve healthcare services for veterans by enhancing the coordination and alignment of records related to community care providers. It mandates the Under Secretary for Health of the Department of …
The Access to Fertility Treatment and Care Act aims to mandate health insurance plans to provide coverage for fertility treatment if they already cover obstetrical services. This includes procedures like in vitro fertilization, artificial insemination, and genetic testing of embryos. …
The "Keep Kids Covered Act" aims to amend Titles XIX and XXI of the Social Security Act, focusing on continuous eligibility for children under Medicaid and CHIP. It extends continuous eligibility for deemed newborns until age 6 and for children …
The Canadian Snowbirds Act of 2025 proposes amendments to the Immigration and Nationality Act, allowing Canadian retirees to be admitted as long-term visitors for pleasure. It sets specific criteria for eligibility, including age, residency, and financial responsibility. The bill also …
The Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act of 2025 aims to increase the number of residency positions in the United States, particularly in underserved areas and hospitals already operating above their resident limits. It amends Title XVIII of the Social Security …
The ROTOR Act directs the Defense Health Agency to study cancer prevalence and mortality among military rotary-wing pilots and aviation support personnel. The study will be conducted in two phases. The first phase will determine if there's an increased prevalence …
This bill proposes to rename the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in Bloomington, Illinois, in honor of Andrew Jackson Smith, a Medal of Honor recipient. Smith was recognized for his bravery during the Civil War. The bill directs …