Healthcare

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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in committee · United States · House Nov 12, 2025

HR 6030: Puerto Rico Substance Use and Health Data Collection Act

HR 6030, the Puerto Rico Substance Use and Health Data Collection Act, requires the federal government to include Puerto Rico in the annual National Survey on Drug Use and Health starting fiscal year 2026. This amendment to the Public Health Service Act ensures Puerto Rico residents' substance use and health data will be collected alongside data from states and territories. The key mechanism is adding Puerto Rico to the survey's geographic scope, which has been excluded since the survey's inception. This provides a more comprehensive dataset for federal health programs serving Puerto Rico.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAdds Puerto Rico to national health data collection, enabling comprehensive public health planning and resource allocation for substance use and health services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health

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in committee · United States · House Dec 17, 2025

HR 6796: Military CARE Act

This bill establishes a digital system for TRICARE members to electronically file and track complaints about access to care at military medical facilities. It requires the Defense Department to create a system where beneficiaries can submit complaints online, view their status in real time, and have complaints automatically aggregated quarterly for review. The system mandates annual reports to Congress comparing complaint types (e.g., specialty vs. primary care, pediatric vs. non-pediatric, administrative hurdles) and detailing facility-level actions taken to address issues. The goal is to improve transparency and accountability in military healthcare access.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes digital system for TRICARE complaint tracking, improving patient access to care at military facilities per bill summary.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates a digital system for electronic complaint tracking, advancing technology use in government services through online filing and real-time status updates.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransEstablishes digital system for TRICARE beneficiaries (including veterans) to track healthcare complaints at military facilities, improving access and service quality per bill's core purpose.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Children's Health Primary Care Military Families Veteran Healthcare

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in committee · United States · House Sep 17, 2025

HR 5343: Ensuring Patient Access to Critical Breakthrough Products Act

This bill ensures Medicare coverage for new medical devices designated as "breakthrough devices" during a 4-year period after FDA approval. To qualify, devices must meet specific criteria, including FDA priority review, clinical data from Medicare beneficiaries, and a safety review showing benefits outweigh risks. Medicare must finalize coverage decisions within 6 months of manufacturer applications and before the 4-year period ends. The law appropriates $10 million annually (2025-2030) for Medicare to administer this process.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEnsures Medicare coverage for breakthrough devices, expands patient access, and appropriates $10M annually for implementation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicare

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in committee · United States · House Sep 16, 2025

HR 5378: Tribal Healthcare Careers Act

This bill requires 15% of certain federal healthcare workforce funds to be reserved annually for Indian tribes, tribal organizations, and Tribal Colleges and Universities. It guarantees at least 10 grants to these tribal entities each year if they submit qualifying applications. The changes modify existing Social Security Act funding rules to prioritize tribal healthcare workforce development. The provisions take effect October 1, 2025.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill reserves 15% of federal healthcare funds for tribal workforce development and guarantees annual grants, directly increasing funding for healthcare workforce in tribal communities.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill reserves 15% of healthcare funds for tribal workforce development, guaranteeing grants to create healthcare employment opportunities under tribal entities.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce Workforce Development Tags Tribal Nations

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in committee · United States · House Mar 31, 2025

HR 2077: Helping Heroes Act

HR 2077, the Helping Heroes Act, establishes the Veteran Family Resource Program within the Department of Veterans Affairs. The program requires the VA to appoint family coordinators at each Veterans Health Administration network within five years to help veterans and their families access VA benefits and community resources addressing social needs like housing, food, and mental health. Coordinators must assess family needs, build relationships, and connect veterans to services, including wellness programs for children. The VA must also conduct a survey of disabled veterans' families every five years to identify unmet needs and report program outcomes to Congress within two years of implementation. This bill directly affects veterans (especially those with disabilities) and their families by connecting them to support services through VA and community partnerships.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMental health services explicitly included in program's mandate to connect veterans to resources via family coordinators.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill requires VA coordinators to connect veterans to housing resources as part of social services, explicitly addressing housing needs within the program's scope.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransEstablishes VA program to connect veterans to benefits and community resources for housing, food, mental health - directly advancing veteran support services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Military Families Veteran Healthcare Veteran Mental Health

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in committee · United States · House May 13, 2025

HR 3365: HEALTH for MOM Act of 2025

This bill gives states the option to create coordinated care teams (called "maternity health homes") for pregnant and postpartum women enrolled in Medicaid. It requires states to develop individualized care plans covering medical, behavioral, and social services, with increased federal funding (15% higher for the first four years) to support this model. Eligible women include those who are pregnant or within one year of pregnancy (excluding those with limited pregnancy-only coverage), and participation is voluntary for both women and providers. States must track care quality, costs, and outcomes through data reporting but are not required to adopt the program.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareIncreases Medicaid funding (15% higher) for coordinated maternity care teams, expanding coverage and services for pregnant/postpartum women through comprehensive care plans.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Children's Health Medicaid Women's Health

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in committee · United States · House Dec 19, 2025

HR 5593: To amend title 38, United States Code, to include eyeglass lens fittings in the category of medical services authorized to be furnished to veterans under the Veterans Community Care Program, and for other purposes.

This bill expands the Veterans Community Care Program to cover eyeglass lens fittings as an authorized medical service, directly affecting veterans who receive care through non-VA providers under the program. It amends the law to explicitly include "fittings for eyeglass lenses" in the list of covered services, allowing eligible veterans to schedule these appointments at nearby community providers. The Department of Veterans Affairs must establish regulations to implement this change, ensuring veterans can access these fittings without needing to go through VA facilities. A report on implementation progress, challenges, and veteran benefits must be submitted to Congress within 180 days of the bill's enactment.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands veterans' access to eyeglass lens fittings under community care program, adding a covered medical service to improve healthcare access.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly expands VA Community Care Program to cover eyeglass lens fittings, enhancing access to vision care services for veterans under existing healthcare framework.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Employment Veteran Healthcare

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in committee · United States · Senate May 8, 2025

S 1701: STORM Act

The STORM Act establishes a federal system to rapidly deploy out-of-state independent health care workers during emergencies. It allows the President to certify private technology platforms connecting licensed health care professionals (who work independently, not as employees) and coordinate with states to temporarily waive licensure requirements for these workers. This directly affects independent health care workers, states managing emergencies, and the federal government through streamlined deployment. The bill requires annual reports to Congress on waiver usage and provides liability protections for workers and platforms acting in good faith during emergencies.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEnables rapid deployment of out-of-state healthcare workers during emergencies by waiving licensure, improving access to care in crises95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 12, 2025

S 992: NEWBORN Act

This bill creates federal grants for local health departments and tribal organizations in the 50 U.S. counties with the highest infant mortality rates. It funds 5-year pilot programs focused on reducing infant deaths by addressing causes like preterm birth, maternal complications, and sudden infant death through targeted outreach, postpartum care, and services such as smoking cessation and nutrition support. Grantees must develop community-specific plans, establish rural outreach, and conduct public education campaigns on preventing preterm births. The program requires annual reports on outcomes and allocates $10 million annually from 2025 through 2029 for these initiatives.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareFunds federal grants for maternal/infant health programs targeting infant mortality through community-specific care, directly advancing public health initiatives.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Children's Health

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