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The TREATS Act aims to amend the Controlled Substances Act to allow telehealth for substance use disorder treatment. It permits a telehealth evaluation in lieu of an in-person medical evaluation for prescribing certain controlled substances (schedule III, IV, or V) …
The "Improving Access to Care for Rural Veterans Act" aims to enhance healthcare access for veterans in rural areas by mandating partnerships between Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) medical facilities and rural medical facilities. These partnerships may include telehealth services, …
This document is a joint resolution passed by the Senate and House of Representatives to disapprove a rule submitted by the Office of the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The rule in question pertains to …
The "Forcing Real Accountability for Unlawful Distributions Act of 2025" (FRAUD Act of 2025) aims to combat fraud, waste, and abuse within the Veterans Community Care Program. It mandates the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to implement an information technology system …
The "Boosting University Investments in Low-Income Districts Act" (BUILD Act) aims to establish a grant program for institutions of higher education located in economically distressed communities. The program would provide planning and implementation grants to these institutions to support economic …
The "No Big Blockbuster Bailouts Act" (S. 3019) aims to amend Title XI of the Social Security Act, specifically concerning the Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program. The bill focuses on the treatment of orphan drugs, which are drugs designated for …
House Resolution 814 recognizes and honors the White House Medical Unit (WHMU) for its 80 years of service to the President, Vice President, their families, and White House staff. The resolution acknowledges the WHMU's role in providing medical care, maintaining …
The Skin Substitute Access and Payment Reform Act aims to amend Title XVIII of the Social Security Act to adjust Medicare payments for skin substitute products. It seeks to refine the payment structure for these products and enhance program integrity …
The "Prohibiting Abortion & Transgender Procedures on the Exchanges Act" aims to amend the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA). It seeks to exclude coverage of gender-transition procedures for minors and abortion services from health plans offered through American …
Senate Resolution 453 designates the week beginning September 7, 2025, as "National Direct Support Professionals Week." It recognizes the vital role these professionals play in supporting individuals with disabilities. The resolution acknowledges their contributions to community inclusion, personalized care, and …
H. Res. 805 designates October 2025 as "American Pharmacists Month." It recognizes the contributions of pharmacists to healthcare, including providing accessible, affordable, and beneficial patient care. The resolution acknowledges pharmacists' role in ensuring optimal medication therapy outcomes and their accessibility …
This House Resolution supports the recognition of October 2025 as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It aims to increase public awareness, promote research, and find a cure for breast cancer. The resolution highlights the prevalence and impact of breast cancer, …
The Community Mental Wellness Worker Training Act authorizes the Secretary of Health and Human Services to award grants for training community mental wellness workers. The goal is to increase access to mental health and substance use disorder services by supporting …
The Radiology Outpatient Ordering Transmission Act (ROOT Act) aims to amend Title XVIII of the Social Security Act, focusing on modifying data collection requirements for appropriate use criteria (AUC) for applicable imaging services. The bill mandates that clinical decision support …
The Penicillin Allergy Verification and Evaluation Act (PAVE Act) aims to amend Title XVIII of the Social Security Act. It seeks to include penicillin allergy verification and evaluation as part of the initial preventive physical examination under the Medicare program. …