Health Care Fairness for Military Families Act of 2025
Summary
The Health Care Fairness for Military Families Act of 2025 aims to improve dependent coverage under the TRICARE Young Adult Program. It expands eligibility by removing paragraph (3) of subsection (b) of section 1110b of title 10, United States Code, and redesignating subsequent paragraphs. The act also eliminates the separate premium for young adults under the program.
Expected Effects
This act will likely increase access to healthcare for young adult dependents of military families by expanding eligibility and removing financial barriers. It simplifies the TRICARE Young Adult Program by removing the separate premium, potentially leading to greater enrollment. The conforming amendment updates relevant sections of the United States Code to reflect these changes.
Potential Benefits
- Increased healthcare access for military families.
- Reduced financial burden on military families.
- Simplified TRICARE Young Adult Program administration.
- Improved health outcomes for young adults.
- Potential for increased military retention due to improved benefits.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential increase in overall healthcare costs for the Department of Defense.
- Possible strain on existing TRICARE resources.
- Potential for increased demand leading to longer wait times.
- Administrative challenges during the transition period.
- Uncertainty regarding long-term financial sustainability.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill appears to align with the Constitution's general welfare clause, as it aims to improve the health and well-being of military families. Specifically, the preamble states the Constitution is intended to "promote the general Welfare". Article I, Section 8, Clause 1 grants Congress the power to lay and collect taxes to provide for the general welfare of the United States. This bill falls under that purview as it relates to healthcare benefits for military families.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).