The HHS Reproductive and Sexual Health Ombuds Act of 2025 aims to establish an Ombuds within the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to focus on reproductive and sexual health issues. The Ombuds would serve as a point of …

The DETECT Nitazenes Act of 2025 aims to enhance the detection and identification of illicit substances, specifically nitazenes, by directing the Department of Homeland Security's Science and Technology Directorate to collaborate with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA). This collaboration seeks …

The Medical License Verification Act aims to amend Title XI of the Social Security Act. It mandates the Secretary of Health and Human Services to verify the licensure status of healthcare providers before issuing them a unique health identifier. This …

The Caring for Mothers Act of 2025 aims to increase health insurance access for individuals placing their newborns for adoption. It amends the Public Health Service Act to allow individuals adopting a child to enroll the birth mother in their …

The PROMPT Act aims to amend Title XVIII of the Social Security Act, mandating the Secretary of Health and Human Services to provide Medicare beneficiaries with an explanation of benefits (EOB) within 30 days after a service is rendered. This …

The "Hospital Inpatient Services Modernization Act" aims to extend acute hospital care at home waiver flexibilities under Title XVIII of the Social Security Act, pushing the expiration from 2025 to 2030. It also mandates an additional study and report on …

The Births in Custody Reporting Act of 2025 (BCRA) aims to improve the treatment of pregnant inmates by requiring states to report anonymized, aggregate data on pregnant individuals and those who give birth while in custody. This data includes demographics, …

The "We Want Our Healthcare Money Back Act of 2025" mandates the Inspector General of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to submit recurring reports on Medicare and Medicaid fraud to specific congressional committees. These reports must include …

The "Protect Patients from Healthcare Abuse Act" aims to amend Title XVIII of the Social Security Act, introducing new standards for informed consent and chaperone availability for Medicare service providers. It mandates written policies ensuring patients' rights to informed decisions …

Senate Resolution 480 expresses support for recognizing October 2025 as "World Menopause Awareness Month." It emphasizes the need for global awareness, access to care during the menopausal transition, and post-menopause support. The resolution urges increased research, improved healthcare worker training, …

Senate Resolution 477 designates the first full week in May as "Tardive Dyskinesia Awareness Week." The resolution aims to raise awareness about tardive dyskinesia (TD), a condition associated with prolonged use of antipsychotic medications. It acknowledges the importance of early …

The "Reciprocity Ensures Streamlined Use of Lifesaving Treatments Act of 2025" aims to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. It seeks to establish reciprocal marketing approval for certain drugs, biological products, and devices already authorized for legal marketing …

The Diesel Emissions Reduction Act of 2025 reauthorizes the diesel emissions reduction program by amending the Energy Policy Act of 2005. Specifically, it extends the program's authorization through 2029. The bill was introduced in the Senate and reported by the …

The Supplemental Benefits for Individuals Act of 2025 aims to amend the Public Health Service Act to include certain supplemental coverage provided to individual health insurance coverage as an excepted benefit. This means that these supplemental coverages would be treated …

The "Harm Reduction Through Community Engagement Act of 2025" amends the Controlled Substances Act, focusing on opioid treatment program registration. It emphasizes community input and patient needs. The bill introduces requirements for stakeholder engagement, location restrictions, telehealth promotion, and community …