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H.R. 1458, the Veterans Education and Technical Skills Opportunity Act of 2025, aims to modify the criteria for approving independent study programs for veterans' educational assistance through the Department of Veterans Affairs. The bill amends Title 38 of the United …
H.R. 1492 aims to amend Title XI of the Social Security Act, specifically targeting the Drug Price Negotiation Program. The bill seeks to equalize the negotiation period for small-molecule drugs and biologic drugs. Currently, there is a discrepancy in the …
H.R. 1509, the Accelerating Kids’ Access to Care Act of 2025, aims to streamline the enrollment process for out-of-state healthcare providers under Medicaid and CHIP (Children's Health Insurance Program). This bill amends the Social Security Act to facilitate easier enrollment …
H.R. 1463 aims to prohibit the use of federal funds to implement or enforce a Food and Drug Administration (FDA) rule concerning medical devices and laboratory-developed tests (LDTs). The bill specifically targets a final rule submitted for publication on May …
H.R. 1480, the Rural Health Innovation Act of 2025, aims to improve healthcare access in rural areas by establishing two grant programs. The first program supports the creation and maintenance of rural health centers, focusing on urgent care and emergency …
H.R.1476, also known as the PLASMA Act, aims to amend Title XVIII of the Social Security Act to implement a phase-in for plasma-derived products under the manufacturer discount program. This bill focuses on modifying the discount program for these specialized …
H.R. 1510, the Due Process Continuity of Care Act, aims to amend Title XIX of the Social Security Act to remove the Medicaid coverage exclusion for inmates awaiting trial. The bill allows states the option to provide Medicaid coverage to …
S.Con.Res.7 is a concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the U.S. government for fiscal year 2025 and establishing budgetary levels for fiscal years 2026 through 2034. It outlines recommended levels for federal revenues, new budget authority, outlays, deficits, …
Senate Resolution 87 designates February 2025 as "American Heart Month." The resolution aims to raise awareness about cardiovascular disease (CVD), its risk factors, and prevention methods. It acknowledges CVD as the leading cause of death in the United States and …
H.R. 1466, the Cardiac Arrest Survival Act of 2025, aims to amend the Public Health Service Act to clarify liability protections for individuals and entities involved in the emergency use of automated external defibrillators (AEDs). The bill seeks to establish …
S.652, the "Protecting Patients from Deceptive Drug Ads Act," aims to regulate communications regarding prescription drugs, particularly those made by social media influencers and telehealth providers. The bill amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to impose civil penalties …
S.668, the SAFE STEPS for Veterans Act of 2025, aims to improve falls prevention among veterans by establishing an Office of Falls Prevention within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The bill mandates the development and implementation of standards of …
The Broadband Grant Tax Treatment Act (S.674) aims to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 by excluding certain broadband grants from gross income. This exclusion applies to grants received under various federal programs designed to expand broadband access, including …
The Fatal Overdose Reduction Act of 2025 aims to combat the opioid crisis by establishing a Health Engagement Hub Demonstration Program under Medicaid. This program seeks to increase access to treatment for opioid use disorder (OUD) and other substance use …
The LIVE Beneficiaries Act (S.678) aims to amend Title XIX of the Social Security Act, mandating states to verify the eligibility of individuals enrolled for medical assistance on a quarterly basis. This verification primarily involves cross-referencing enrollee data with the …