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The Supreme Court case *Medina v. Planned Parenthood South Atlantic* (2025) addresses whether individual Medicaid beneficiaries can sue state officials under 42 U.S.C. §1983 for alleged violations of the Medicaid Act's any-qualified-provider provision, which requires states to allow Medicaid recipients …
H.R. 4184 aims to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 by excluding compensation received by clinical trial participants from their gross income. This exclusion applies to payments for participation and reimbursements for related expenses. The bill also ensures that …
The Wearable Equipment Adoption and Reinforcement and Investment in Technology Act (WEAR IT Act) aims to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. It seeks to allow certain wearable devices to be purchased using health savings accounts (HSAs), Archer MSAs, …
The CONNECT for Health Act of 2025 aims to expand access to telehealth services under Medicare by removing geographic restrictions, expanding originating sites, and broadening the types of practitioners eligible to provide telehealth. It also addresses program integrity by clarifying …
The Foreign Service Voluntary Early Retirement Authority Act of 2025 modifies the voluntary retirement requirements for members of the Foreign Service. It allows individuals at least 43 years of age with 15 years of creditable service to retire early under …
H.R.4185, the "Integrating Social Workers Across Health Care Settings Act," aims to amend Title XVIII of the Social Security Act. The bill seeks to revise the definition of clinical social worker services. This revision includes expanding the scope of services …
The Algorithmic Accountability Act of 2025 (S.2164) directs the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to require impact assessments of automated decision systems and augmented critical decision processes. This bill aims to increase transparency and accountability in the use of algorithms that …
S.2171 aims to prohibit smoking within the premises of Veterans Health Administration (VHA) facilities. This includes the use of cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and electronic nicotine delivery systems. The bill amends Title 38 of the United States Code and repeals Section …
H.R.4122, the Health Care for Energy Workers Act of 2025, aims to expand access to medical benefits for energy workers by allowing nurse practitioners and physician assistants to furnish necessary services, appliances, and supplies. This bill amends Section 3629 of …
Senate Resolution 304 commemorates the 75th anniversary of the Korean War. It reaffirms the importance of military readiness and honors the sacrifices made by US and allied forces. The resolution also recognizes the Republic of Korea as a vital ally …
H.Res.544 is a resolution supporting the designation of June 2025 as National Men's Health Month. The resolution highlights disparities in men's health, including lower life expectancy and higher rates of certain diseases. It emphasizes the importance of early detection and …
The Health Care for Energy Workers Act of 2025 amends the Energy Employees Occupational Illness Compensation Program Act of 2000. It expands the authority of nurse practitioners and physician assistants to prescribe, recommend, or order medical services, appliances, and supplies …
The "Advancing Maternal Health Equity Under Medicaid Act" aims to increase the Federal Medical Assistance Percentage (FMAP) for states' Medicaid expenditures on maternal health care services. It amends Title XIX of the Social Security Act to provide a higher federal …
The "Cutting Copays Act" (H.R. 4139) proposes amendments to Title XVIII of the Social Security Act, specifically targeting Medicare Part D cost-sharing reductions for low-income individuals. The bill aims to adjust copayments for generic and other drugs for plan years …
H.R.4132, the Prescription Information Modernization Act of 2025, aims to modernize the communication of prescribing information for drugs, including biological products, by allowing for digital communication. It amends Section 502(f) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to permit …