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The Beneficiary Enrollment Notification and Eligibility Simplification 2.0 Act (BENES 2.0 Act) aims to improve Medicare enrollment by notifying individuals approaching eligibility. This includes providing clear explanations of eligibility, late enrollment penalties, and coordination of benefits. The bill mandates that …
This bill designates the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in Toms River, New Jersey, as the "Leonard G. 'Bud' Lomell, VA Clinic." It recognizes Lomell's heroic service during World War II and his subsequent contributions to his community. …
House Resolution 641 expresses support for community health centers (CHCs) during National Health Center Week, August 3-9, 2025. It encourages Americans to visit their local CHCs and celebrate the partnership between these centers and their communities. The resolution highlights the …
The Department of Homeland Security Vehicular Terrorism Prevention and Mitigation Act of 2025 mandates the Secretary of Homeland Security to produce a report on emerging threats and countermeasures related to vehicular terrorism. This report will assess current and future threats, …
The Reproductive Freedom for Veterans Act aims to amend Title 38 of the United States Code. It directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to provide abortion care, counseling, related services, and medication to eligible veterans receiving healthcare through the VA. …
The "Reproductive Rights are Human Rights Act of 2025" aims to amend the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961. It mandates the inclusion of a section on reproductive rights in the State Department's Annual Country Reports on Human Rights Practices. The …
The "Ending Homelessness Act of 2025" aims to combat homelessness in the United States through several key provisions. It focuses on expanding the Housing Choice Voucher Program, establishing an entitlement program for these vouchers, and repealing certain ineligibility criteria. The …
The Larry Barrett Veterans' Memory Care Act of 2025 aims to improve healthcare access for veterans, particularly those needing extended care services. It amends Title 38 of the United States Code to prioritize veteran preferences, ensure continuity of care, and …
This House Resolution expresses support for designating the week beginning August 3, 2025, as "National Health Center Week." It encourages Americans to visit their local health centers and celebrate the partnership between these centers and their communities. The resolution highlights …
The Captain Paul W. 'Bud' Bucha VA Medical Center Act of 2025 designates the Department of Veterans Affairs medical center in West Haven, Connecticut, as the 'Captain Paul W. `Bud' Bucha VA Medical Center'. This act honors the legacy of …
The "Captain Paul W. 'Bud' Bucha VA Medical Center Act of 2025" designates the Department of Veterans Affairs medical center in West Haven, Connecticut, as the "Captain Paul W. 'Bud' Bucha VA Medical Center." This act honors Captain Bucha, a …
House Resolution 629 honors Dr. Paul Farmer and advocates for a 21st-century global health solidarity strategy. It recognizes the Federal Government's duty to address past and ongoing harms that undermine global health. The resolution calls for increased US investment in …
The Veteran Families Health Services Act of 2025 aims to improve reproductive assistance and adoption services for members of the Armed Forces and veterans. It mandates the Department of Defense (DoD) and the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to provide …
The Written Informed Consent Act directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to expand VHA Directive 1005 regarding informed consent for long-term opioid therapy to include antipsychotics, stimulants, antidepressants, anxiolytics, and narcotics. This expansion aims to ensure veterans are fully informed …
The "Preventing Health Emergencies And Temperature-related Illness and Deaths Act of 2025," also known as the "Preventing HEAT Illness and Deaths Act of 2025," aims to reduce health risks associated with extreme heat. It establishes the National Integrated Heat Health …