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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 26, 2026

S 4247: Guardianship Bill of Rights Act of 2026

This bill establishes a new "Guardianship Bill of Rights" for older adults and people with disabilities who are in or being considered for guardianships, conservatorships, or other protective arrangements. It requires the creation of a federal council to develop standards ensuring these individuals have access to independent legal representation, the right to less restrictive alternatives like supported decisionmaking, and regular reviews of their protective arrangements. The legislation also mandates that states receiving federal funding must implement these standards and expands funding for protection and advocacy programs to oversee and monitor guardianship systems nationwide.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill protects patient rights by ensuring access to independent legal representation and less restrictive alternatives for vulnerable populations, aligning with healthcare access and rights protection.85% confidence

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 25, 2026

S 4202: Mental Health Access and Provider Support Act of 2026

The Mental Health Access and Provider Support Act of 2026 increases Medicare reimbursement rates for psychologists by raising payment percentages from 75 percent to 85 percent of the standard fee schedule. This change directly affects Medicare beneficiaries and psychologists who provide mental health services under the Medicare program. The higher payment rates apply to services furnished on or after January 1, 2027, aiming to improve access to mental health care by increasing provider compensation.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill increases Medicare reimbursement rates for psychologists, improving access to mental health services and strengthening provider support.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicare Mental Health

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in committee · United States · House Mar 26, 2026

HR 8119: HOPE with Fertility Services Act

This bill requires group health plans and health insurers that cover obstetrical services to also cover infertility and iatrogenic infertility treatments, including procedures like in vitro fertilization and egg freezing. It defines infertility as the inability to achieve pregnancy after 12 months of unprotected intercourse or after standard medical treatment, and iatrogenic infertility as fertility damage caused by medical procedures such as chemotherapy or radiation therapy. The legislation establishes coverage standards that cannot be more restrictive than those applied to other medical benefits, prohibits penalties against providers for offering these services, and requires annual compliance reporting to the federal government.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates insurance coverage for infertility treatments, expanding healthcare access and benefits for patients.95% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Mar 25, 2026

HR 8091: Outpatient Surgery Access Act of 2026

This bill, the Outpatient Surgery Access Act of 2026, changes how Medicare calculates payment updates for surgeries performed at outpatient surgical centers. Starting in 2027, these centers will receive annual payment increases that match the updates given to other outpatient hospital services, rather than using a separate calculation method. The legislation also removes a specific budget neutrality adjustment that previously limited payment increases for these facilities and ensures that spending data from the new payment system is included in future budget calculations. These changes directly affect Medicare reimbursement rates for outpatient surgical procedures without altering the underlying services provided.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill increases Medicare payments for outpatient surgery centers, improving access to surgical services and strengthening healthcare funding.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals Medicare

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in committee · United States · House Jul 2, 2026

HR 7895: PBM Kickback Prohibition Act

This bill prohibits pharmacy benefit management companies from paying referral fees to brokers, consultants, or other individuals in exchange for directing business to them. It directly affects pharmacy benefit management service providers, brokerage firms, and healthcare plans by amending the Employee Retirement Income Security Act to ban such compensation arrangements. The key provision adds a new restriction to existing laws, making it illegal for these service providers to pay any amount, directly or indirectly, for referrals of their services. The ban takes effect for plan years starting after the bill is enacted, aiming to increase transparency in healthcare service contracting.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill prohibits kickbacks in pharmacy benefit management, protecting patients from inflated drug costs and unethical practices that could limit access to affordable medications.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Prescription Drugs

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in committee · United States · House Mar 19, 2026

HR 8008: Social Determinants for Moms Act

This bill establishes a federal task force to address maternal health disparities by coordinating efforts across multiple government agencies and community stakeholders to reduce preventable maternal deaths and serious health complications. The task force will include representatives from various departments such as Health and Human Services, Housing and Urban Development, and Transportation, along with community leaders, patients, and healthcare providers focused on maternal health. Additionally, the bill authorizes $100 million over five years to provide grants to community organizations for addressing social determinants of maternal health including housing, transportation, nutrition, employment, and environmental conditions. These grants prioritize areas with high rates of maternal mortality and poverty, and recipients must submit annual reports on their activities and outcomes. The legislation defines key terms such as maternal mortality and social determinants of maternal health to guide implementation and reporting requirements.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates federal task force to reduce maternal deaths and health complications, strengthening healthcare access and outcomes for women.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Women's Health

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in committee · United States · House Apr 20, 2026

HR 7973: Momnibus Act

The Momnibus Act is a comprehensive legislative bill designed to improve maternal health outcomes across the United States by addressing social determinants of health, expanding access to care, and reducing disparities among pregnant and postpartum individuals. The bill establishes a federal task force to coordinate efforts between agencies and stakeholders to eliminate preventable maternal mortality and severe morbidity, while providing sustained funding to community-based organizations to address nonclinical factors like housing, nutrition, and transportation. Key provisions include extending WIC eligibility to 24 months postpartum, creating grants to grow and diversify the perinatal workforce, implementing respectful maternity care training for all healthcare employees, and establishing compliance programs to track and address bias in maternity care settings. The legislation also includes specific measures for incarcerated mothers, veterans, and vulnerable populations affected by climate change, alongside funding for maternal mental health services and technology-enabled care models to expand access in underserved areas.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes federal task force to improve maternal health outcomes, expand access to care, and reduce disparities through sustained funding and coordination.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Women's Health

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in committee · United States · House Dec 15, 2025

HR 6721: MAP for Care Act

This bill establishes a Medicare Advance Directive Certification Program to help Medicare beneficiaries create and manage legally recognized advance directives that outline their medical care preferences. The program would require participating vendors to meet strict accreditation standards for security, privacy, and accessibility while allowing beneficiaries to voluntarily enroll and update their documents online. Key provisions include mandatory notifications to Medicare enrollees, federal oversight of vendor compliance, and the availability of state-compliant advance directive forms on the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services website. The legislation does not preempt state laws and ensures that certified directives remain accessible to healthcare providers and designated family members when needed.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes program to help Medicare beneficiaries create advance directives, protecting patient rights and improving healthcare access through voluntary enrollment and secure online management.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates security, privacy, and accessibility standards for vendors, protecting beneficiary data while enabling online document management.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicaid Medicare

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in committee · United States · House Mar 24, 2026

HR 8055: Extending WIC for New Moms Act

Extending WIC for New Moms Act This bill amends the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) to extend the eligibility periods for breastfeeding and postpartum women. Specifically, a state program may elect to certify a breastfeeding woman for up to 24 months (currently 1 year) postpartum. The bill also expands the eligibility period for postpartum women to up to 24 months after termination of pregnancy (currently 6 months). The Department of Agriculture must submit a report to Congress evaluating the effect of these changes to the program on (1) maternal and infant health outcomes, (2) breastfeeding rates, and (3) qualitative evaluations of family experiences under WIC.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill extends WIC eligibility for breastfeeding and postpartum women, improving nutrition access and maternal health support.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Children's Health

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in committee · United States · House Mar 27, 2026

HR 8143: Ensuring Access to Lower-Cost Medicines for Seniors Act of 2026.

This bill requires Medicare Part D prescription drug plans to include certain lower-cost generic drugs and biosimilar biological products in preferred positions on their formularies starting in 2027. It mandates that these lower-cost alternatives be placed on more favorable tiers with reduced out-of-pocket costs compared to their brand-name counterparts. Additionally, the legislation prohibits plans from imposing stricter access restrictions, such as prior authorization or step therapy, on these lower-cost options than those applied to the original brand-name drugs. The measure directly affects Medicare beneficiaries enrolled in Part D plans and the insurance sponsors who manage those formularies.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill improves patient access to lower-cost medicines and reduces out-of-pocket costs for seniors through Medicare Part D reforms.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicare Prescription Drugs Tags Seniors

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