H.R.1142 aims to amend the Public Health Service Act, directing the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) to establish drug adherence guidelines. The goal is to achieve 90% adherence for Medicare Part B and D drugs. The guidelines will …
H.R.1117, the Responsibility in Drug Advertising Act of 2025, aims to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to restrict direct-to-consumer (DTC) advertising of prescription drugs. The bill proposes a three-year moratorium on DTC advertising for newly approved drugs, …
H.R.1127, the Rural America Health Corps Act, aims to establish a demonstration program providing loan repayment assistance to healthcare professionals working in rural Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs). This program mirrors the existing National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program …
H.R.1046, the Marc Fischer Memorial Interdiction of Fentanyl in Postal Mail at Federal Prisons Act, aims to combat the introduction of fentanyl and other synthetic drugs into federal correctional facilities through the mail system. The bill mandates the Director of …
The Fairness for Disabled Young Adults Act (S.466) aims to amend Title II of the Social Security Act, increasing the age threshold for eligibility for child's insurance benefits based on disability from age 22 to age 26. This bill was …
H.R.1082, the Shandra Eisenga Human Cell and Tissue Product Safety Act, aims to enhance the safety and awareness surrounding human cell and tissue product transplants. The bill mandates the Secretary of Health and Human Services to conduct a national education …
H.R.1096, the "Helping Out Patients for Emotional and Mental Wellbeing Act" or the "HOPE and Mental Wellbeing Act of 2025," aims to amend Title XVIII of the Social Security Act. The bill mandates Medicare and Medicaid coverage for three primary …
Senate Resolution 67 declares racism a public health crisis in the United States. It acknowledges historical and contemporary racism's impact on health inequities. The resolution commits the Senate to establishing a nationwide strategy to address health disparities, dismantle systemic racism, …
H.R.1061, the Protecting Sensitive Locations Act, aims to amend Section 287 of the Immigration and Nationality Act. The bill seeks to limit immigration enforcement actions at sensitive locations such as schools, hospitals, and places of worship. It also clarifies the …
S.473, the SENIOR Act, aims to amend the Older Americans Act of 1965 to address loneliness among older individuals. The bill mandates screening for loneliness, coordination of supportive services and healthcare, and requires a report on the issue. The report …
S.474, the "Fair Funding for Rural Hospitals Act," aims to amend Title XIX of the Social Security Act. The bill seeks to establish a minimum Medicaid Disproportionate Share Hospital (DSH) allotment for states, particularly benefiting rural hospitals. It sets a …
H.R. 1059, the "Jobs and Opportunities for Medicaid Act," proposes to amend Title XIX of the Social Security Act, introducing a minimum work requirement for able-bodied adults enrolled in state Medicaid programs. The bill mandates that, beginning January 1, 2026, …
S.455, the Protecting Sensitive Locations Act, aims to amend Section 287 of the Immigration and Nationality Act. The bill seeks to limit immigration enforcement actions at sensitive locations such as schools, hospitals, and places of worship. It clarifies the powers …
S.447, the "Jobs and Opportunities for Medicaid Act," proposes to amend Title XIX of the Social Security Act, introducing a minimum work requirement for able-bodied adults enrolled in State Medicaid programs. Beginning January 1, 2026, states would be required to …
H.R. 1107, the Protecting Veteran Access to Telemedicine Services Act of 2025, aims to amend Title 38 of the United States Code. The bill seeks to authorize Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) health care professionals to deliver, distribute, or dispense …