The Rural Hospital Closure Relief Act of 2025 (S.502) aims to amend Title XVIII of the Social Security Act, restoring state authority to waive the 35-mile rule for designating critical access hospitals (CAHs) under the Medicare program. This would allow …
H.R. 1171, also known as the Stopping Addiction and Falls for the Elderly Act (SAFE Act), aims to amend Title XVIII of the Social Security Act. The bill seeks to include physical therapists and occupational therapists as health professionals for …
H.R.1140, the Direct Medical Care Freedom Act of 2025, aims to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. The amendment would allow individuals with direct medical care service arrangements to remain eligible for health savings accounts (HSAs). This bill defines …
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.1143, the Medicare IVIG Access Enhancement Act of 2025, aims to amend Title XVIII of the Social Security Act to expand Medicare coverage for in-home administration of intravenous immune globulin (IVIG). Specifically, it extends coverage to include treatment for chronic …
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.1111, the Department of Peacebuilding Act of 2025, proposes the establishment of a new executive department dedicated to peacebuilding efforts, both domestically and internationally. The bill outlines the department's responsibilities, including violence prevention, conflict resolution, and the promotion of peaceful …
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, …
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 …
H.R.1064, the "Stopping Overdoses of Fentanyl Analogues Act," aims to combat the opioid crisis by amending the Controlled Substances Act to classify fentanyl-related substances as Schedule I controlled substances. This would streamline prosecution of fentanyl analogue cases by removing the …
The Responsibility in Drug Advertising Act of 2025 (S.483) aims to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to restrict direct-to-consumer (DTC) advertising of prescription drugs. Specifically, it proposes a three-year moratorium on DTC advertising for newly approved drugs, …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …