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The Special Diabetes Program Reauthorization Act of 2025 aims to extend funding for Special Diabetes Programs focusing on Type I diabetes research. The bill amends Section 330B(b)(2) of the Public Health Service Act to allocate $160,000,000 annually from 2026 through …
This House Resolution expresses support for designating October 1st as "National Latino and Latina Physician Day." The resolution highlights the growing Latino/Latina population in the United States and the underrepresentation of Latino/Latina physicians. It also emphasizes the barriers faced by …
The Chloe Cole Act aims to prohibit healthcare professionals from performing what it defines as "chemical or surgical mutilation" on children, referring to procedures intended to alter a child's physical appearance or biological functions to align with a gender identity …
The "Stillbirth Health Improvement and Education for Autumn Act of 2025" (SHINE for Autumn Act of 2025) aims to improve research and data collection on stillbirths. It authorizes grants to states for surveillance, data collection, and risk factor studies related …
The Michelle Alyssa Go Act aims to amend Title XIX of the Social Security Act, specifically concerning the definition of "institution for mental diseases" under Medicaid. The bill proposes excluding institutions with 36 beds or less from this definition, provided …
This Senate resolution aims to recognize September 20, 2025, as "National LGBTQ+ Servicemembers and Veterans Day." It acknowledges the historical discrimination faced by LGBTQ+ individuals in the military and celebrates their contributions. The resolution also urges the Department of Veterans …
The Continuing Appropriations and Extensions and Other Matters Act, 2026 (H.R. 5450) is a bill designed to provide continuing appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026. It addresses various sectors including health, veterans affairs, agriculture, defense, and homeland …
Senate Resolution 397 expresses support for designating September as "Dystonia Awareness Month." The resolution aims to promote public awareness and understanding of dystonia, a neurological movement disorder affecting an estimated 250,000 to 300,000 individuals in the United States. The resolution …
The Occupational Therapy Mental Health Parity Act aims to clarify Medicare coverage for occupational therapy services related to mental health and substance use disorders. It directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to provide education and outreach to stakeholders …
The Stand Strong for Medicare Act aims to amend Title XVIII of the Social Security Act to include coverage for certain fall prevention items under Medicare. These items include grab bars, non-slip mats, shower chairs, and bed rails. The bill …
The VA Extenders Act of 2025 primarily focuses on extending existing programs and authorities related to veterans' affairs. It addresses healthcare, benefits, housing, and other matters administered by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The bill aims to ensure the …
The VA Extenders Act of 2025 primarily focuses on extending existing programs and authorities related to veterans' affairs. It addresses healthcare, benefits, housing, and other matters administered by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The bill extends various deadlines and …
The WELL Seniors Act of 2025 aims to improve the annual wellness visit under the Medicare program. It expands the scope of the wellness visit to include screening for social determinants of health, such as food security, housing security, and …
The Medically Tailored Home-Delivered Meals Program Pilot Act aims to improve clinical health outcomes and reduce hospital readmissions for certain Medicare beneficiaries. It establishes a 6-year pilot program where selected hospitals provide medically tailored meals to qualified individuals after discharge. …
The Patients Over Profit Act (POP Act) aims to prohibit common ownership between health insurance issuers and certain Medicare healthcare providers. This bill seeks to prevent potential conflicts of interest and promote competition within the healthcare industry. It mandates divestment …