Healthcare (Insurance)

in committee · United States · House Sep 16, 2026

HR 10280: 9–8–8 Implementation Act of 2026

The 9-8-8 Implementation Act of 2026 expands federal funding and mandates insurance coverage for behavioral health crisis services, directly affecting individuals experiencing mental health or substance use emergencies as well as the providers who serve them. The bill authorizes grants to upgrade local lifeline call centers, build new crisis stabilization facilities, and train a larger workforce of behavioral health professionals. It requires Medicare, Medicaid, private group health plans, TRICARE, and other federal insurance programs to cover crisis response services with financial terms no more restrictive than standard medical care. Additionally, the legislation establishes a federal panel to develop training protocols for 9-1-1 dispatchers to better connect callers to appropriate crisis care rather than law enforcement responses.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands federal funding and mandates insurance coverage for behavioral health crisis services, directly strengthening mental health access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Medicaid Mental Health

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in committee · United States · House Aug 31, 2026

HR 10185: Part D Premium Protection Act of 2026

The Part D Premium Protection Act of 2026 would establish a temporary premium credit for Medicare Part D prescription drug plan enrollees in 2027. This credit is designed to match the average premium reduction observed during the Part D Premium Stabilization Demonstration program between January 1, 2025, and the end of 2026. Under the bill's provisions, insurance sponsors would charge enrollees their standard premiums minus this specific credit amount, with the floor set at zero dollars. The Secretary of Health and Human Services would then reimburse the sponsors for the difference between the charged premium and the full applicable rate.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill provides a temporary premium credit to lower costs for Medicare Part D enrollees, directly advancing healthcare affordability and access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Medicare Prescription Drugs

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in committee · United States · Senate Aug 6, 2026

S 5326: Health Care Fraud Prevention and Enforcement Act

The Health Care Fraud Prevention and Enforcement Act mandates increased funding for federal agencies, including the Department of Justice, the Department of Health and Human Services, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation, to combat health care fraud and abuse starting in fiscal year 2027. The bill expands the investigative authority of the HHS Office of Inspector General to cover programs established under the Affordable Care Act and includes the State Children's Health Insurance Program in Medicare-Medicaid data matching efforts. Additionally, it requires the Government Accountability Office to conduct a study on the program's performance and effectiveness, with results due to Congress within 16 months of enactment.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill mandates increased funding for federal agencies to combat health care fraud, thereby protecting the integrity and financial sustainability of healthcare programs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Medicaid Medicare

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in committee · United States · House Aug 3, 2026

HR 10024: Health Insurance Transparency for Patients Act

The Health Insurance Transparency for Patients Act requires health insurance companies and Medicare Advantage organizations to publicly report detailed data on how they handle coverage requests. Starting with plan years after the law is passed, these providers must annually submit and display online information about the number and percentage of claims denied versus approved, along with the specific reasons for denials. The report must also break down data by the review method used, such as automated systems or human reviewers, and include the time it took to reach a decision. Additionally, the bill mandates that these organizations list all services requiring prior authorization and publish this information in a simple, easy-to-understand format. The Department of Health and Human Services will also make this data available on its own website to ensure public access.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill enhances patient rights by mandating transparency in insurance claims denials, improving access to information.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Medicare Tags Government Transparency

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in committee · United States · House Aug 7, 2026

HR 10012: Veterans Medicare Premium Transparency Act

The Veterans Medicare Premium Transparency Act requires Medicare to clearly explain how a veteran's enrollment in the Department of Veterans Affairs patient enrollment system affects their monthly insurance premiums. Under this bill, annual notices sent to Medicare beneficiaries will explicitly state that time spent in the VA system counts toward premium calculations and qualifies as valid prescription drug coverage. Additionally, the Secretary of Health and Human Services must post this explanation on the Medicare website and submit a report to Congress within 180 days detailing the updates and estimating how many veterans were previously paying higher premiums due to this lack of clarity.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill enhances transparency and clarifies coverage rules for veterans, protecting patient rights and improving access to Medicare benefits.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill clarifies VA enrollment benefits for Medicare premiums, protecting veterans from confusion and ensuring accurate coverage recognition.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Medicare Prescription Drugs Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare

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in committee · United States · House Jul 30, 2026

HR 9996: No Surprise Bills for New Moms Act

The No Surprise Bills for New Moms Act updates federal health laws to ensure newborns receive immediate coverage for medical services within 30 days of birth. This legislation directly affects parents enrolled in group health plans, individual insurance policies, or employer-sponsored plans by mandating that these providers cover their newborns without requiring prior enrollment. The bill also requires insurers to offer a special enrollment period lasting at least 60 days after the initial coverage window and to notify parents immediately if a newborn is not enrolled when medical claims are submitted. By amending the Public Health Service Act, the Employee Retirement Income Security Act, and the Internal Revenue Code, the law standardizes these protections across different types of health insurance coverage.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands health coverage for newborns by mandating immediate access and special enrollment periods, directly improving patient access and protecting rights.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Public Health Women's Health

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 23, 2026

S 5108: Right to IVF Act of 2026

The Right to IVF Act of 2026 establishes federal protections to ensure individuals can access assisted reproductive technology and intrauterine insemination without state-imposed restrictions, while also mandating that health insurance plans, Medicare, Medicaid, and the Federal Employees Health Benefits program cover these services. The bill defines these procedures broadly to include treatments like egg and embryo freezing and requires coverage regardless of whether a patient has been diagnosed with infertility. It further directs the Department of Defense and the Department of Veterans Affairs to provide fertility preservation and reproductive assistance to uniformed service members and veterans, including funding for egg or sperm retrieval and storage. Additionally, the legislation grants federal courts the authority to challenge and block any state laws that limit access to these reproductive treatments or discriminate against providers and patients based on protected characteristics.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates federal coverage for IVF and IUI, expands access to reproductive services, and protects patient rights against state restrictions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Medicaid Medicare

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in committee · United States · House Jul 22, 2026

HR 9833: Ensuring Kids Have Access to Medically Necessary Dental Care Act

This bill, titled the Ensuring Kids Have Access to Medically Necessary Dental Care Act, modifies the Children's Health Insurance Program to expand dental coverage for low-income children and pregnant women. It mandates that states remove any lifetime or annual dollar limits on dental benefits for eligible participants and requires states to offer dental-only supplemental coverage instead of allowing them to opt out. The changes take effect six months after the law is enacted, ensuring that these specific groups receive consistent access to necessary dental services without financial caps.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands dental coverage for low-income children and pregnant women, removes benefit limits, and mandates supplemental coverage.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Children's Health Insurance Medicaid Tags Children

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 22, 2026

S 5088: Ensuring Kids Have Access to Medically Necessary Dental Care Act

This bill, titled the Ensuring Kids Have Access to Medically Necessary Dental Care Act, modifies the Children's Health Insurance Program to improve dental coverage for low-income children and pregnant women. It prohibits states from setting lifetime or annual dollar limits on dental benefits for eligible children and pregnant women receiving assistance. Additionally, the law requires states to provide dental-only supplemental coverage to certain children without offering them less favorable terms than those available to children receiving full dental benefits. These changes take effect six months after the bill is enacted.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands dental coverage for low-income children and pregnant women by prohibiting benefit limits, directly improving patient access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Children's Health Insurance Tags Children

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in committee · United States · House Jul 22, 2026

HR 9823: Alzheimer’s Early Detection Act of 2026

The Alzheimer's Early Detection Act of 2026 requires private health insurance plans and Medicaid programs to cover specific tests that detect biological markers for Alzheimer's disease. These tests, which can be performed on blood or tissue samples, are intended to help with early detection, diagnosis, and treatment management of the condition. The law mandates that insurers treat these tests like other standard medical benefits, meaning patients cannot face higher costs, separate waiting periods, or step therapy hurdles specifically for this care. Additionally, the bill requires insurance companies to approve requests for these tests within 72 hours and directs the National Institutes of Health to study the value of such testing over three years.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates insurance coverage for Alzheimer's detection tests, expanding access and strengthening healthcare benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Medicaid

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