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H.R.2960 proposes to amend Title III of the Public Health Service Act, specifically reauthorizing the program that provides payments to children's hospitals operating graduate medical education programs. The bill seeks to extend the program's authorization from 2023 to 2030. This …
H.R.2921, the Federal Firefighter Cancer Detection and Prevention Act of 2025, mandates the Secretary of Defense to provide medical testing and related services to Department of Defense firefighters for the detection and prevention of certain cancers. This includes screenings for …
H.R. 2935, the PREPARE Act of 2025, aims to establish a Commission on the Federal Regulation of Cannabis. The commission's purpose is to study and propose a pathway for the federal regulation of cannabis, drawing parallels with the regulation of …
H.R.2943, the Gabriel Rosenberg Dyspraxia/DCD Coverage Act, directs the Comptroller General to study insurance coverage for dyspraxia/developmental coordination disorder (DCD). The study will assess coverage under group health plans, individual health insurance, federal healthcare programs, and the program under title …
H.R.2936, the "Addressing Boarding and Crowding in the Emergency Department Act of 2025" (ABC-ED Act of 2025), aims to improve emergency department efficiency by tracking hospital bed capacity and promoting better care models. The bill amends the Public Health Service …
H.R.2970, the National Veterans Advocate Act of 2025, aims to improve advocacy for veterans receiving healthcare and benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The bill establishes an independent Office of the National Veterans' Advocate within the VA, headed …
This document outlines executive orders aimed at lowering drug prices in the United States. It criticizes the previous administration's policies, particularly the Inflation Reduction Act, and proposes measures to improve upon it. The orders focus on increasing transparency, reducing costs …
H.Res.332 supports designating April 11-17, 2025, as Black Maternal Health Week. This resolution aims to raise awareness about the maternal health crisis among Black women in the United States. It highlights disparities in maternal mortality and morbidity rates.
H.R.2830, the Public Safety Officer Concussion and Traumatic Brain Injury Health Act of 2025, aims to improve the health and safety of public safety officers by requiring the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) to collect and disseminate information …
S.1040, the Drug Competition Enhancement Act, aims to amend the Federal Trade Commission Act to prohibit 'product hopping,' a practice where drug manufacturers make minor reformulations of their drugs to extend patent protection and delay generic competition. The bill defines …
H.R.2892, the Hospital Adoption Education Act of 2025, aims to improve understanding and sensitivity regarding adoption within the healthcare industry. The bill directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) to develop and disseminate resources for healthcare professionals. These …
S.1409, the Public Safety Officer Concussion and Traumatic Brain Injury Health Act of 2025, directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services, through the CDC Director, to collect and disseminate information on concussion and traumatic brain injury (TBI) among public …
H.Res.324 is a resolution introduced in the House of Representatives to express support for designating April 2025 as "Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month." The resolution aims to raise awareness about esophageal cancer, promote early detection, and support research initiatives. It highlights …
H.R.2904, the "Pursuing Equity in Mental Health Act," aims to address mental health disparities among youth, particularly youth of color. The bill amends the Public Health Service Act to provide special consideration for racial and ethnic minority groups in primary …
Senate Resolution 181 designates the week of April 14-20, 2025, as "National Osteopathic Medicine Week." The resolution acknowledges the contributions of osteopathic physicians to the U.S. healthcare system and recognizes the role of osteopathic medical colleges in training future physicians. …