Healthcare

in committee · United States · Senate Jun 11, 2026

S 4751: End Tuberculosis Now Act of 2026

The End Tuberculosis Now Act of 2026 directs the U.S. government to increase foreign assistance aimed at diagnosing, treating, and preventing tuberculosis globally. This legislation establishes specific goals to reduce TB incidence and mortality rates by 2030, requiring the President to prioritize funding for high-risk populations, drug-resistant cases, and the development of new diagnostics and vaccines. The bill mandates extensive annual reporting to Congress on program progress, including data on patient outcomes, research investments, and coordination with international partners, while setting the program to expire in 2033 if these targets are met.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill increases foreign assistance for TB diagnosis, treatment, and prevention, directly strengthening global public health programs.95% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Jun 24, 2026

HRES 1389: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the monitoring and regulation of water systems not be weaponized for the purposes of surveilling, tracking, or detecting use of, stigmatizing, and further restricting access to medication abortion care.

This resolution expresses the House of Representatives' view that monitoring water systems for medication abortion drugs should not be used to track or restrict access to abortion care. It states that such surveillance lacks scientific support and misuses environmental laws to target reproductive health services. The bill asserts that medications like mifepristone are safe and effective, and that water protection efforts should focus on actual environmental threats rather than political agendas. As a non-binding statement of sentiment, it does not create new laws but aims to influence future policy discussions on reproductive rights and environmental regulation.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill protects patient access to abortion care by opposing surveillance that restricts reproductive health services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Women's Health

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in committee · United States · House Jun 29, 2026

HR 9513: Community Schools and Health Equity Act

The Community Schools and Health Equity Act establishes a competitive grant program led by the Department of Education to fund school-based health services in community schools. Eligible recipients, such as local school districts and community partnerships, can use these funds to hire staff like nurses and social workers, provide wraparound support including nutrition and housing assistance, and address social determinants of health. The legislation prioritizes grants for schools serving high numbers of low-income students, English learners, and families in medically underserved areas. To ensure accountability, grantees must annually report on student outcomes and health impacts, while the Education and Health and Human Services Secretaries must coordinate to reduce administrative burdens and share technical assistance.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill establishes a competitive grant program to fund school-based health services and wraparound support, directly enhancing student access and school infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes a grant program to fund school-based health services, hire medical staff, and address social determinants of health.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill funds wraparound services including housing assistance in community schools, directly supporting housing needs.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Health

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in committee · United States · House Jun 25, 2026

HR 9470: SAFER Health Act of 2026

The SAFER Health Act of 2026 strengthens privacy protections for individuals by restricting how healthcare providers and insurers can share information related to abortions, miscarriages, stillbirths, and ectopic pregnancies. Under this bill, these entities are generally prohibited from disclosing such data in any legal proceedings unless the individual gives specific permission or the disclosure is necessary for a professional liability defense or investigating physical harm when the individual cannot consent. The legislation also requires health IT systems to separate this sensitive data from other records and mandates that state laws offering weaker privacy protections be overridden by federal rules. Finally, the Department of Health and Human Services will be tasked with updating existing regulations and running a public outreach campaign to inform healthcare organizations and patients about these new privacy requirements.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill strengthens privacy protections for patients regarding sensitive reproductive health data, aligning with indicators for supporting patient rights.85% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Jul 17, 2026

HR 9524: Veterans Care and Cost Coordination Act of 2026

This bill directs the Department of Veterans Affairs to create a data-sharing agreement with the Department of Health and Human Services to better coordinate care for veterans who are enrolled in both VA services and Medicare or Medicare Advantage plans. The agreement would allow these agencies to exchange information about patient enrollment, billing codes, and diagnostic details to prevent duplicate medical services and avoid errors in billing or payments. Additionally, the bill requires the VA to use this shared data to manage community care contracts more effectively and to report annually on how well the system prevents unnecessary costs.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill improves care coordination and prevents billing errors for veterans, enhancing healthcare efficiency and patient access.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill improves veteran healthcare coordination between VA and Medicare to prevent duplicate services and billing errors.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicare Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare

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in committee · United States · House Jun 29, 2026

HR 9515: MFA Act

The Marketplace Fraud Accountability Act requires the healthcare.gov website to use multi-factor authentication for users enrolling in health plans or accessing their personal enrollment data. This security measure, which involves verifying identity through at least two methods like passwords and biometrics, must be implemented within one year of the bill's enactment. The law includes an exception for individuals who lack access to broadband or cellular service or cannot otherwise use this technology. By strengthening identity verification, the bill aims to protect consumer information while maintaining access for those with connectivity limitations.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill strengthens healthcare by improving data security and protecting patient enrollment information via multi-factor authentication.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates multi-factor authentication to enhance cybersecurity and protect user data privacy on healthcare.gov.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access Consumer Data Protection

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in committee · United States · House Jun 30, 2026

HR 9476: To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to coordinate with the Secretary of Health and Human Services in administering the Veterans Community Care Program, and for other purposes.

This bill directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to work with the Secretary of Health and Human Services to improve care coordination for veterans who are enrolled in both the Veterans Health Administration and Medicare. The key mechanism requires the two departments to sign a memorandum of understanding that allows them to share data, ensuring veterans do not receive duplicate medical services or payments. Additionally, the bill mandates the creation of coordination offices within both agencies to manage this partnership and requires the Veterans Affairs department to identify Medicare plans that offer specific benefits important to veterans, such as hearing aids and specialized rehabilitation services.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill improves care coordination and prevents duplicate services for veterans, enhancing healthcare access and efficiency.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill improves veteran healthcare coordination and prevents duplicate services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicare Veteran Benefits Veteran Healthcare Veteran Housing

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in committee · United States · House Jun 25, 2026

HR 9395: Transparency in Medicare Advantage Steering Act

The Transparency in Medicare Advantage Steering Act requires Medicare Advantage organizations to report specific details about agents and brokers who help enroll individuals in their plans starting in 2028. These reports must include whether an agent was involved, the amount and form of compensation paid to that agent, and the total compensation paid to all such representatives for the year. Beginning in 2030, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services will make this compensation data publicly available online and add an indicator to identify agent-enrolled individuals in its data warehouse. The bill directly affects Medicare Advantage organizations, their sales representatives, and the public seeking information about how these plans are marketed.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill increases transparency in Medicare Advantage, protecting patient rights by disclosing agent compensation.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicaid Medicare

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in committee · United States · House Jun 30, 2026

HR 9466: Foreign Medical Program Integrity and Improvement Act

This bill, known as the Foreign Medical Program Integrity and Improvement Act, aims to strengthen oversight and payment rules for medical care provided to veterans outside the United States. It establishes that payments to foreign providers will generally be capped at the lower of the amount billed or the rate paid under Medicare, while allowing exceptions for emergency situations to ensure veterans receive necessary care. To prevent fraud, the legislation requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to refer suspicious claims to an inspector, maintain a public list of fraudulent providers, and designate a coordinator to manage these efforts. Additionally, the bill authorizes the department to hire third-party administrators to manage claims and mandates the use of new information technology systems within one year to improve the administration of these services.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill strengthens oversight and payment rules to prevent fraud and ensure veterans receive necessary care, protecting patient access.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill strengthens oversight and payment rules for veteran medical care abroad, ensuring access and preventing fraud.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicare Memorials & Recognition Veteran Benefits Veteran Healthcare

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passed · United States · House Sep 15, 2026

HR 8658: Indian Health Service Emergency Claims Parity Act

The Indian Health Service Emergency Claims Parity Act amends existing federal law to change how quickly the Indian Health Service must be notified about emergency medical care. Specifically, it requires that the time limit for reporting such treatment or hospital admission be at least 15 days, provided the care is received from a non-government provider or in a non-government facility. This change applies to Native Americans who receive emergency medical services outside the standard Indian Health Service system. The bill aims to ensure a consistent reporting timeline for these emergency situations, removing the previous distinction that treated elderly or disabled individuals differently in this context.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill improves patient access to emergency care by extending notification time limits for Native Americans receiving services outside government facilities.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals Tags Tribal Nations

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