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The TRICARE Transition Transparency Act of 2025 aims to improve communication between the Department of Defense and TRICARE beneficiaries regarding changes in their healthcare coverage. The bill mandates the Secretary of Defense to provide timely notifications to beneficiaries about any …
The "Childhood Genital Mutilation Prevention Act" aims to prohibit gender-related medical treatments for minors. It amends Title 18 of the United States Code to criminalize such procedures, with penalties including fines and imprisonment. The bill also amends the Social Security …
H.R. 5589 proposes to rename the Department of Veterans Affairs clinic in Riverhead, New York, as the "Private First Class Garfield M. Langhorn VA Clinic." This act honors Private First Class Langhorn's valor and sacrifice in the Vietnam War. The …
The Mental Health Care Provider Retention Act of 2025 aims to allow individuals transitioning from Department of Defense (DoD) to Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) healthcare to continue receiving mental health treatment from their existing DoD provider. This is intended …
H. Con. Res. 53 expresses support for recognizing September 26, 2025, as World Contraception Day. It also conveys the House of Representatives' stance on global and domestic access to contraception. The resolution emphasizes contraception as a fundamental right and highlights …
The "Expanding Seniors' Access to PFAS Testing Act" aims to amend Title XVIII of the Social Security Act, providing no-cost Medicare coverage for PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) testing. This bill ensures that seniors can access blood tests to determine …
This National Security Presidential Memorandum (NSPM-7) directs a national strategy to counter domestic terrorism and organized political violence. It focuses on investigating, prosecuting, and disrupting networks and individuals involved in political violence and intimidation. The memorandum emphasizes a coordinated effort …
House Resolution 764 acknowledges the disparities in mental health access and treatment for Black youth. It highlights alarming suicide rates and calls for action to address these issues. The resolution urges the current administration to continue efforts from the previous …
The "Stand Strong for Medicare Act of 2025" aims to amend Title XVIII of the Social Security Act to include coverage for certain fall prevention items under Medicare. These items include grab bars, non-slip mats, shower chairs, and bed rails. …
This House Resolution expresses support for designating September 22, 2025, as "National Hispanic Nurses Day." It also recognizes the National Association of Hispanic Nurses (NAHN) as the leading organization representing and advocating for Hispanic nurses. The resolution highlights the critical …
The Mental Health Services for Students Act of 2025 aims to amend the Public Health Service Act by revising and extending projects related to children's mental health. It focuses on providing access to school-based comprehensive mental health programs. The bill …
The Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2026 is a temporary measure designed to prevent a government shutdown by extending funding for federal agencies and programs through November 21, 2025. It appropriates funds at a rate based on the fiscal year …
This Senate Resolution supports designating September 2025 as "Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month." The goal is to educate communities across the United States about sickle cell disease (SCD). It emphasizes the need for research, early detection, effective treatments, and preventative …
The HEADACHE Act aims to improve the understanding, diagnosis, and treatment of headache disorders through a national initiative and advisory council. It directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish the National Headache Disorders Initiative (NHDI) and an …
The Safe Step Act amends the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA) to mandate an exceptions process for medication step therapy protocols within group health plans and health insurance coverage. This requires plans to establish a clear, prompt, …