Healthcare

in committee · United States · House Nov 20, 2025

HR 6210: Senior Savings Protection Act

HR 6210, the Senior Savings Protection Act, extends mandatory annual funding for key senior assistance programs through fiscal year 2030. It allocates $15 million each year for State Health Insurance Assistance Programs, $15 million for Area Agencies on Aging, $5 million for Aging and Disability Resource Centers, and $15 million for outreach coordination efforts. These funds directly support low-income seniors by expanding access to counseling, benefits enrollment help, and program information through state and local agencies. The bill makes no new eligibility rules but ensures sustained financial support for existing services that help seniors navigate healthcare and social programs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates annual $15M+ funding for senior programs (SHIP, AAA, etc.), directly increasing state budget allocations for essential public services supporting low-income seniors.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareFunds SHIP, Area Agencies on Aging, and resource centers to expand senior health insurance access and benefits enrollment assistance.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Tags Seniors

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in committee · United States · House Nov 18, 2025

HR 6112: To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to establish certain requirements with respect to the average monthly cost to provide coverage to an enrollee under Medicare Advantage plans.

This bill requires Medicare Advantage plans to have average monthly payments from the government that don't exceed the average cost of original Medicare (Parts A and B) for the same year. If a plan's payments exceed this cost, the government cannot allow new enrollments or re-enrollments in that plan for the following year. It directly affects Medicare Advantage plans and their enrollees, creating a financial check on plan pricing. An exception applies to specialized Medicare Advantage plans designed for individuals with specific health needs. The provision takes effect one year after the bill's enactment.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareCaps Medicare Advantage payments to match original Medicare costs, preventing excessive government spending and ensuring program sustainability.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicare

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in committee · United States · House Sep 23, 2025

HR 5557: Mental Health Services for Students Act of 2025

The Mental Health Services for Students Act of 2025 would establish a federal grant program to fund school-based mental health services for students in grades K-12, particularly those experiencing trauma, grief, suicide risk, or violence. It directly affects schools (including Bureau of Indian Education schools), students, and community mental health providers through partnerships that must include school districts and local mental health entities. Key provisions require services to be culturally appropriate, trauma-informed, and integrated with positive behavioral supports, with grants capped at $2 million per award for 5 years (renewable) and funded at $300 million annually for 2027-2028. Recipients must report annually on program outcomes, ensure equitable access across urban and rural areas, and comply with privacy laws like HIPAA and FERPA.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationFederal grants for school-based mental health services directly fund student support programs in K-12 education, advancing educational access and student well-being.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes federal grants for school-based mental health services, directly funding expanded access to mental health care for students in K-12, aligning with healthcare support indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education School Safety Student Health Mental Health

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in committee · United States · House Sep 4, 2025

HR 5139: EPIPEN Act

The EPIPEN Act (HR 5139) requires most health insurance plans to cover epinephrine delivery systems (like EpiPens, nasal sprays, or sublingual devices approved by the FDA) without applying deductibles and limiting out-of-pocket costs to $60 per package of two devices. It directly affects people with severe allergies who rely on these emergency treatments, ensuring they pay no more than $60 per two-device package. The bill mandates that any cost-sharing payments count toward the plan’s annual out-of-pocket maximum, though plans may charge higher fees for out-of-network providers. The requirements will take effect for plan years beginning January 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates insurance coverage without deductibles and caps out-of-pocket costs at $60 for EpiPens, improving access to emergency allergy treatment.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance

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in committee · United States · House Sep 11, 2025

HR 5316: Drug Shortage Compounding Patient Access Act of 2025

HR 5316 allows pharmacists and physicians to compound drugs for urgent hospital use during shortages when commercially available alternatives are unavailable. It requires the drug to have appeared on the FDA’s shortage list within 60 days, prescriber certification of failed attempts to obtain alternatives, and specific labeling stating the drug is not FDA-approved. Hospitals must track patient administration records within 7 days and report adverse events to the FDA within 15 days. The bill also expands drug shortage reporting to include sudden demand spikes, not just manufacturing interruptions.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill improves patient access during drug shortages by enabling compounding when alternatives are unavailable, aligning with healthcare access indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals

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in committee · United States · House Jul 23, 2025

HR 4664: Stop Shackling and Detaining Pregnant Women Act

This bill would prohibit the detention of pregnant women, lactating women, and postpartum mothers (within one year of childbirth) in immigration custody, requiring their immediate release except in rare circumstances involving public safety threats. It bans the use of physical restraints on these individuals during pregnancy, labor, delivery, and postpartum recovery, with only extremely limited exceptions. The bill mandates that facilities provide comprehensive reproductive health care including prenatal care, labor and delivery services, postpartum care, and access to abortion services. It requires facilities to maintain medical records, obtain informed consent for medical procedures, and conduct weekly reviews of any detained individuals under exceptional circumstances. The bill also establishes reporting requirements for facilities and creates transparency through public reporting of detention practices.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProhibits shackling/detention of pregnant/postpartum women in immigration custody, protecting civil rights and advancing correctional reform within criminal justice system.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates comprehensive reproductive health care for detained pregnant/postpartum women, directly advancing access and protections in healthcare services.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationProhibits detaining pregnant/lactating/postpartum immigrant women and bans restraints, directly protecting vulnerable immigrants' rights and health care access in custody.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Substance Abuse Women's Health Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Sep 18, 2025

HR 5469: SHINE for Autumn Act of 2025

This bill allocates $5 million annually (2026-2030) to states for collecting de-identified stillbirth data through existing health systems, including risk factor analysis. It also provides $1 million yearly to develop standardized guidelines for healthcare providers and public educational materials about stillbirths, requiring consultation with medical professionals, bereavement organizations, and affected families. The bill mandates that all data collection complies with privacy laws and requires the Department of Health and Human Services to publish a public report on stillbirth guidelines within five years. It directly affects state health departments, healthcare providers, and families experiencing stillbirth by improving data quality and access to resources.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllocates $5M for stillbirth data collection and $1M for provider guidelines/education, advancing public health initiatives and improving healthcare services for affected families.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates compliance with privacy laws for de-identified data collection, aligning with data privacy protections in technology policy.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Data Privacy

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in committee · United States · House Sep 4, 2025

HR 5152: BOP Release Card ID Act of 2025

This bill requires the Bureau of Prisons (BOP) to issue photo identification cards meeting REAL ID standards to U.S. citizen prisoners being released from federal custody within 180 days of enactment. The card is valid for 18 months and must be accepted by states for state ID purposes (through negotiated agreements) and by federal programs like Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, food assistance, and housing programs. It directly affects federal prisoners upon release, states (through required negotiations), and federal agencies that provide services requiring ID. The law mandates annual reports to Congress on state agreement progress but does not change existing prerelease planning procedures.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProvides ID for released federal prisoners to access essential services (housing, healthcare, etc.), reducing reentry barriers and promoting rehabilitation, a key aspect of criminal justice reform.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEnables Medicaid/Medicare access for released prisoners by requiring BOP-issued ID accepted by healthcare programs.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill mandates ID accepted by housing programs, removing access barrier for released prisoners to housing assistance programs.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Probation & Parole Medicaid Medicare

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 6, 2025

S 906: Peer to Peer Mental Health Support Act

S 906 establishes a federal pilot program to fund peer-led mental health support in secondary schools (grades 6-12). States and tribes can apply for competitive grants to implement evidence-based programs where trained student peers help classmates navigate mental health challenges, with oversight by school counselors. The program requires measuring participation rates, mental health outcomes, and connections to professional care, and mandates an evaluation report to Congress. The pilot will run until September 30, 2029, with funds limited to existing mental health programs.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationFunds peer-led mental health programs in secondary schools, enhancing student support services within educational settings.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareFunds peer-led mental health programs in schools, directly advancing mental health support services per bill's explicit purpose.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Health Mental Health

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in committee · United States · House Feb 4, 2026

HR 7385: PrEP Assistance Program Act

HR 7385 establishes a federal grant program to expand access to HIV prevention through PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) for uninsured individuals at high risk of HIV infection. The bill authorizes $400 million annually (2027-2031) to fund grants for eligible entities like clinics, community organizations, and tribal governments to cover PrEP-related costs - including medication, testing, counseling, and transportation - without requiring patient payment. Priority is given to programs serving rural areas, uninsured populations, or high-risk demographic groups, with grantees required to contribute 10% of program costs (except for certain health centers). The program also mandates a "PrEP Pass" card system to streamline access and requires annual reports tracking usage by race, gender, age, and location to measure impact on HIV prevention disparities.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAuthorizes $400M annually to fund PrEP access for uninsured high-risk individuals, removing financial barriers and expanding preventive healthcare coverage without patient payment.95% confidence

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