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S.1957, the "No Place for LGBTQ+ Hate Act," aims to repeal several executive orders that the bill's sponsors believe target LGBTQI+ individuals. The bill specifically targets executive orders related to the federal interpretation of sex, the military ban on transgender …
H.R.3701, the Family Vaccine Protection Act, aims to codify the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) within the Public Health Service Act. This bill seeks to formalize the committee's role in providing advice and guidance on vaccine use and related …
S.1944, the "Employee Access to Worksite Health Services Act," aims to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. The amendment clarifies that individuals accessing certain healthcare services through worksite health clinics can make pre-tax contributions to a health savings account …
H.R.3726, the Fisher House Availability Act of 2025, aims to amend Title 38 of the United States Code to allow certain TRICARE beneficiaries and their families to utilize temporary lodging facilities at Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) on a space-available …
The Biosimilar Red Tape Elimination Act aims to streamline the process for determining the interchangeability of biosimilar biological products with their reference products. It amends Section 351(k) of the Public Health Service Act, modifying requirements for interchangeability determinations and related …
H.R.3490, the Gerald E. Connolly Esophageal Cancer Awareness Act of 2025, mandates the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to produce a report on esophageal cancer. The report will evaluate the total impact of esophageal cancer-related healthcare spending under the Federal Employee …
H.R.3674, the Global Alzheimer’s Initiative Now Act, authorizes U.S. participation in the Davos Alzheimer's Collaborative (DAC). The bill aims to combat Alzheimer's disease and dementia globally by contributing to research, prevention, and care efforts, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. …
S.1936, the "Improving Access to Transfusion Care for Hospice Patients Act of 2025," directs the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (CMI) to test a model where blood transfusions for hospice patients are paid separately from the standard Medicare hospice …
H.R. 3686, the SAFE Sunscreen Standards Act, aims to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to improve the regulatory review process for nonprescription sunscreen active ingredients. The bill emphasizes the importance of sunscreen in preventing skin cancer and …
H.R.3688, the "Protecting Children from Experimentation Act of 2025," aims to prohibit gender transition procedures on minors by amending Title 18 of the United States Code. The bill introduces penalties, including fines and imprisonment, for healthcare professionals who perform or …
H.R.3684, the Save America’s Rural Hospitals Act, aims to bolster rural healthcare providers through enhanced Medicare and Medicaid payments. The bill addresses the increasing closure rate of rural hospitals and the challenges faced by rural residents in accessing healthcare. It …
H.Res.461 is a resolution introduced in the House of Representatives that recognizes the contributions of independent workers and contractors to the American economy. The resolution highlights the increasing number of Americans engaged in independent work, the economic benefits they provide, …
S.1929, the SEPSIS Act, aims to reduce sepsis rates by establishing programs within the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). It mandates the maintenance of a sepsis team, improved data collection, and the sharing of information to develop quality …
H.Res.465 expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that Congress should enact the Older Americans Bill of Rights. This bill aims to ensure older Americans have the right to live with dignity and independence. The resolution highlights various challenges …
S.1928, the Gerald E. Connolly Esophageal Cancer Awareness Act of 2025, directs the Comptroller General to submit a report to Congress on esophageal cancer's impact within the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program (FEHB). The report will evaluate healthcare spending related …