Healthcare (Primary Care)

in committee · United States · House Jun 11, 2026

HR 9257: Primary and Behavioral Health Care Access Act of 2026

The Primary and Behavioral Health Care Access Act of 2026 requires group health plans to cover three primary care visits and three behavioral health care visits per year without charging copayments, deductibles, or coinsurance. This mandate applies to plans governed by ERISA, the Public Health Service Act, and the Internal Revenue Code, affecting employees, retirees, and individuals with employer-sponsored or individual health insurance. The bill defines primary care visits as in-person appointments with designated providers like general practitioners or nurse practitioners, while behavioral health visits include services from a wider range of specialists such as psychologists and social workers. Additionally, the law ensures that these specific visits are subject to the same reimbursement rates and treatment limitations as any other covered medical service. These provisions would take effect for plan years beginning two years after the bill is enacted.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates coverage for primary and behavioral health visits without cost-sharing, directly improving patient access and strengthening healthcare services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce Insurance Primary Care

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in committee · United States · House Jun 10, 2026

HRES 1355: Supporting the designation of the week of June 14 through June 21, 2026, as "National Men's Health Week".

This bill is a resolution that formally recognizes the week of June 14 through June 21, 2026, as National Men's Health Week. It does not create new laws or change federal funding but instead encourages the President to issue a proclamation asking the public and organizations to observe the week with awareness events. The measure highlights statistics on men's health disparities, such as lower life expectancy and higher rates of certain diseases, to emphasize the importance of preventive care and early detection. By promoting these health goals, the resolution aims to encourage men to seek medical checkups and adopt healthier lifestyles without altering any existing policies.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill promotes men's health awareness and preventive care, aligning with supporting healthcare initiatives.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Primary Care

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 22, 2026

S 4370: PCTEC Act

The Primary Care Team Education Centers Act creates a new grant program to help community health centers establish or expand sites for training future healthcare professionals. These grants, which can provide up to $1 million annually for five years, are intended to address shortages of clinical instructors and improve student access to primary care settings. Recipients must use the funds to develop partnerships with universities, offer innovative pay models to attract staff, and integrate diverse community health workers into the training teams. The bill also requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services to submit annual reports on the number of students trained and preceptors recruited, while prohibiting entities that already receive certain other teaching health center grants from applying for this funding.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill funds training sites for healthcare professionals, expanding educational access and creating partnerships with universities.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates a grant program to fund training sites for healthcare professionals, addressing workforce shortages and improving access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce Primary Care

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in committee · United States · House Apr 23, 2026

HR 8487: Ensuring Excellence in Mental Health Act

The Ensuring Excellence in Mental Health Act expands federal support for certified community behavioral health clinics (CCBHCs) by modifying how these facilities are funded under Medicaid and Medicare. Under the new rules, states and the federal government will use a prospective payment system to pay CCBHCs based on the cost of providing care rather than per-visit fees, while also extending coverage to additional services like primary health care. The legislation establishes a new grant program to help clinics operate and expand, creates a national data system to track clinic performance, and introduces an accreditation requirement to ensure quality standards are met. Additionally, the bill extends liability protections to clinicians working in these clinics and removes certain financial barriers for Medicare patients seeking care at CCBHCs.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands Medicaid/Medicare funding for mental health clinics and broadens service coverage.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicaid Mental Health Primary Care

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in committee · United States · House Apr 30, 2026

HR 8629: Developing the Community Health Workforce Act of 2026

This bill aims to strengthen the community health workforce by providing financial incentives and new training opportunities for health centers serving underserved areas. It establishes a priority system for assigning federal health professionals to rural clinics and creates a grant program that helps health centers repay student loans for staff who commit to working there. The legislation also expands funding for partnerships between health centers and colleges to train new workers, specifically targeting behavioral health specialists, and allows these centers to participate in medical residency programs. Additionally, the bill broadens Medicare and Medicaid coverage to include services provided by behavioral health consultants and case managers at these facilities.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill strengthens community health workforce, provides financial incentives, and expands funding for training and loan repayment in underserved areas.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill provides financial incentives, loan repayment assistance, and training opportunities to expand the health workforce, directly supporting employment standards and worker benefits.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce Medicaid Primary Care

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in committee · United States · House May 12, 2026

HR 8765: Prioritizing Primary Care Act of 2026

The Prioritizing Primary Care Act of 2026 requires federal agencies managing health programs to submit annual reports detailing how much money they spend on primary care. To address these spending patterns, the bill mandates the creation of a working group that will study ways to increase primary care funding, improve provider access, and enhance service quality, particularly in rural and underserved areas. This working group will include members from various federal agencies and outside organizations, and it must gather input from states and healthcare stakeholders before submitting its recommendations to Congress.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates reporting on primary care spending and creates a working group to increase funding and improve access, directly strengthening healthcare services.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce Primary Care

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in committee · United States · House Jul 2, 2026

HR 8209: To amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize the school-based health centers grant program.

This bill extends federal funding for school-based health centers through fiscal year 2031. It directly affects schools and community organizations that operate health centers providing medical care to students. The key provision increases the annual grant amount to $55 million per year for the five-year period. This change ensures continued financial support for programs that offer healthcare services directly within educational settings. The legislation does not alter eligibility requirements or program structure, only the funding timeline and amount.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill increases annual grant funding to $55M for school-based health centers, directly supporting public health services and government spending on essential programs.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill increases federal funding for school-based health centers, directly supporting student health services within educational settings and enhancing access to care for K-12 students.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill increases funding for school-based health centers, expanding healthcare access to students through direct financial support.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Health Children's Health Primary Care Public Health

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in committee · United States · House Jun 25, 2026

HR 8201: To amend Public Health Service Act to require community health centers to provide behavioral and mental health and substance use disorder services, and for other purposes.

This bill requires community health centers to include behavioral and mental health services, as well as substance use disorder treatment, among their primary health services. It achieves this by amending the Public Health Service Act to explicitly list these services as required offerings for these centers. The legislation also allocates $700 million annually from 2027 to 2031 to fund these expanded services through the Department of Health and Human Services. The changes directly affect community health centers and the patients who rely on them for primary care.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates community health centers to provide behavioral and mental health services and allocates $700M annually to fund these expanded services, directly strengthening healthcare access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Primary Care Public Health

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 25, 2026

S 4204: Rural Health Innovation Act of 2026

This bill creates two new grant programs to support health services in rural areas. The first program provides funding to rural health centers and clinics to establish or maintain facilities that offer urgent care, triage services, and emergency transport coordination, with grants ranging from $500,000 to $750,000 over five years. The second program offers annual grants of up to $500,000 to local rural health departments to enhance their ability to provide emergency services, primary care, and other medical support at existing facilities. Both programs require entities to submit detailed applications and prioritize existing health centers, while authorizing $25 million annually from 2027 to 2031 for these initiatives.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates new grant programs to fund rural health centers and emergency services, directly increasing healthcare funding and access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals Primary Care Telehealth Tags Rural Communities

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 29, 2026

S 3999: Women Veterans Specialty Care Access Act

This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to allow women veterans to directly schedule appointments for women's specialty care without needing a referral from a primary care provider. The law applies to all women veterans enrolled in the VA system who are eligible for services such as gynecology, obstetrics, maternity, and postpartum care. Under the bill, these appointments must be available through VA medical centers, clinics, and online or telephone scheduling tools without additional administrative barriers. The provision does not change existing eligibility requirements for receiving VA healthcare services.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill improves access to women's specialty care for veterans by removing referral requirements, directly advancing healthcare access and patient rights.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill improves women veterans healthcare access by allowing direct scheduling for specialty care without referral requirements, strengthening VA services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Primary Care Women's Health Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare

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