HR 7496 United States House · 119th Congress

Health Investment Zones Act of 2026

The Health Investment Zones Act of 2026 establishes a program to designate areas with documented health disparities as "Health Investment Zones" to improve health outcomes and reduce inequities. To qualify, areas must meet specific criteria including low income (below 150% of the federal poverty line), high rates of certain health issues, or designation as a health professional shortage area. The bill provides tax incentives for employers hiring workers in these zones, grants to community organizations for health initiatives, student loan repayment for health care workers, and additional Medicare payments for services provided in designated zones. These zones would be designated for 10 years with requirements for sustainability plans and evaluation of health outcomes.

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Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Ways and Means, and Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

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Feb 11, 2026

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