Healthcare

in committee · United States · House Sep 17, 2026

HRES 1561: Expressing support for the designation of the third week of September as "Fungal Disease Awareness Week" and encouraging efforts to improve awareness, diagnosis, treatment, surveillance, and prevention of fungal diseases in the United States.

This House resolution expresses support for designating the third week of September as Fungal Disease Awareness Week to improve public understanding of fungal infections in the United States. It encourages healthcare providers to consider fungal causes when diagnosing pneumonia-like illnesses and calls for expanded education on specific conditions such as Valley Fever, histoplasmosis, and Candida auris. The bill also urges federal and state health agencies to strengthen surveillance systems, outbreak response capabilities, and research into better diagnostics and treatments. By highlighting the challenges of delayed diagnosis and drug resistance, the resolution aims to promote earlier recognition and more effective prevention strategies for patients and communities.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill encourages improved diagnosis, treatment, and surveillance of fungal diseases, directly supporting public health initiatives and medical care standards.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health

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in committee · United States · House Sep 10, 2026

HR 10349: EMT Act

The Emergency Responders Mental Health Training Act directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to create a pilot fellowship program that funds postbaccalaureate training for mental health and substance use disorder professionals. This initiative aims to increase the number of culturally competent practitioners who understand the unique stressors, duties, and confidentiality requirements faced by emergency response providers such as police, firefighters, and EMTs. The bill authorizes $10 million in annual appropriations for fiscal years 2028 through 2033 to support these fellowships across fields including psychiatry, nursing, social work, and psychology. Additionally, the Secretary must submit reports to Congress two and five years after the program's establishment to evaluate its efficiency, impact on patient outcomes, and overall effectiveness.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes federal funding for a pilot fellowship program in mental health training, directly impacting government spending and appropriations.65% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill funds postbaccalaureate training for mental health professionals, which directly supports higher education and workforce development in the healthcare sector.75% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill funds a pilot fellowship to train mental health and substance use disorder professionals, directly expanding the healthcare workforce.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals Mental Health Substance Abuse Tags Emergency Management Public Safety

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in committee · United States · House Sep 10, 2026

HR 10348: Health Care Fraud Prevention and Enforcement Act

The Health Care Fraud Prevention and Enforcement Act increases federal funding for anti-fraud programs within the Departments of Justice and Health and Human Services, with specific budget allocations rising through 2029 and adjusting annually for inflation thereafter. The bill expands the investigative authority of the HHS Office of Inspector General to include programs established under the Affordable Care Act and incorporates the State Children's Health Insurance Program into existing data matching efforts. It also clarifies that "health plan" definitions cover both public and private delivery systems and ensures that funding use does not limit agencies' ability to prosecute fraud or communicate with the public. Additionally, the legislation requires an annual report to Congress by April 1, mandates notice if the report is delayed, and directs the Government Accountability Office to conduct a study on the program's effectiveness within 16 months of enactment.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly increases federal funding for anti-fraud programs and mandates specific budget allocations through 2029 with inflation adjustments.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill funds anti-fraud programs to protect healthcare integrity and expands OIG authority over ACA and CHIP, strengthening oversight of health services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Children's Health Insurance

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in committee · United States · House Sep 15, 2026

HRES 1538: Supporting the designation of the week of September 14 through September 18, 2026, as "Malnutrition Awareness Week".

This House resolution supports designating the week of September 14 through September 18, 2026, as Malnutrition Awareness Week to highlight the public health impact of inadequate nutrition in the United States. The bill recognizes the contributions of various professionals and community organizations that work to prevent and treat malnutrition, particularly among vulnerable groups such as older adults, children, and communities facing food insecurity. It also emphasizes the role of existing federal nutrition programs and calls for continued research into dietary patterns and their effects on chronic disease. Additionally, the resolution acknowledges the importance of implementing electronic clinical quality measures to track and improve malnutrition care within the healthcare system.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill designates Malnutrition Awareness Week to highlight public health impacts and support professionals preventing malnutrition in vulnerable groups.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health

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in committee · United States · House Sep 16, 2026

HR 10356: Empowering Moms Act

The Empowering Moms Act directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to update the government website moms.gov within one year to serve as a centralized directory for resources aimed at pregnant, postpartum, and parenting women. The bill authorizes grants for states to help aggregate local resources, which users can filter by ZIP code and distance, while also allowing the federal government to contact users via phone or email if they consent to follow-up outreach. A key provision excludes organizations that provide abortions, except in cases of rape, incest, or life-threatening conditions, from being listed on the website or receiving state grants. The act mandates that the website be accessible in multiple languages and requires the Secretary to submit a report to Congress within 180 days detailing user traffic, feedback, and resource gaps.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill directs HHS to update moms.gov and funds state grants to aggregate resources for pregnant and parenting women, improving access to maternal health information.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Women's Health

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in committee · United States · House Sep 17, 2026

HR 10485: Minuteman III Health and Safety Act

The Minuteman III Health and Safety Act requires the Department of Defense to contract with the National Academy of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to conduct an independent review of occupational health and safety conditions at facilities associated with the LGM-30G Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile system. This review will assess specific hazards such as asbestos, radiation, and chemical exposure within enclosed spaces, while also comparing cancer incidence rates among missile launch personnel against a control group of Air Force members with similar demographics but different duties. The National Academy must submit an unclassified report to congressional defense committees within 18 months of the bill's enactment, which will include findings on current safety policies and recommendations for improving conditions in both existing Minuteman III sites and future Sentinel missile systems.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates an independent review of occupational health hazards (asbestos, radiation) for DoD workers, advancing safety and health assessment.75% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates an independent review of occupational health and safety conditions for missile system workers, directly addressing workplace safety standards.75% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Sep 14, 2026

HRES 1534: Expressing support for the designation of the week of September 13 to 19, 2026, as "National Co-Responder and Crisis Clinician Week".

This resolution expresses support for designating the week of September 13 to 19, 2026, as "National Co-Responder and Crisis Clinician Week." It highlights the importance of pairing law enforcement and emergency medical staff with behavioral health professionals to better handle mental health crises. The bill aims to recognize these teams for their role in de-escalating situations and connecting individuals with community resources such as counseling and housing.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill supports co-responder models that pair law enforcement with mental health professionals to de-escalate crises and improve community outcomes.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill supports mental health crisis response by recognizing co-responder teams that connect individuals to behavioral health services and community resources.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Mental Health

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in committee · United States · House Sep 16, 2026

HR 10405: Kylie’s Voices for Childhood Cancer Act

The Kylie's Voices for Childhood Cancer Act requires state comprehensive cancer control coalitions to include at least two pediatric cancer experts as a condition for receiving federal funding. It also establishes a temporary advisory committee within the Department of Health and Human Services, composed of representatives from federal agencies and individuals with experience in pediatric cancer care or survival. This committee is tasked with developing best practices and recommendations for addressing pediatric cancer in state plans, including specific guidance on using existing block grant funds for these initiatives. The bill further amends maternal and child health services block grants to explicitly allow states to use funds for pediatric-specific cancer control goals and to implement the advisory committee's recommendations.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates pediatric cancer expertise in state coalitions and creates a federal advisory committee to improve care standards, directly strengthening healthcare services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Children's Health

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in committee · United States · House Sep 10, 2026

HR 10333: AACCENT Act

The AACCENT Act directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to award three five-year grants, totaling up to $9 million annually, to establish a network of National Resource Centers on Augmentative and Alternative Communication. These centers are designed to serve individuals with significant expressive communication disabilities by providing training, technical assistance, and resources to improve access to communication tools in education, employment, and healthcare settings. The legislation requires that the grant recipients be partnerships led by nonprofit organizations that empower individuals with these disabilities in management and decision-making roles. Additionally, each center must operate under the guidance of an advisory council composed exclusively of people with significant expressive communication disabilities who provide oversight and recommendations for the program's activities.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill funds resource centers to improve access to communication tools in education settings for individuals with disabilities.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill funds resource centers to improve access to communication tools specifically within healthcare settings for individuals with disabilities.75% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Sep 8, 2026

HRES 1516: Expressing support for the designation of September 9 as "National African Immigrant and Refugee HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis Awareness (NAIRHHA) Day".

This House resolution expresses support for designating September 9 as National African Immigrant and Refugee HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis Awareness Day. It highlights that this specific community faces significantly higher rates of HIV and chronic hepatitis B compared to the general U.S. population, often due to barriers such as language differences, stigma, and limited access to culturally appropriate care. The bill encourages increased attention and resources for screening, vaccination, and treatment within these communities to reduce new infections and related deaths.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill designates an awareness day to address health disparities in HIV and Hepatitis among African immigrants, encouraging resources for screening and treatment.85% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill supports health awareness and resource allocation for African immigrants and refugees, addressing barriers to care.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health Refugees & Asylum

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