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H.R. 5031, the "Preserving Patient Access to Long-Term Care Pharmacies Act," aims to amend Title XVIII of the Social Security Act. The bill introduces temporary long-term care pharmacy supply fees for specific drugs dispensed to certain Medicare beneficiaries. It also …
The Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 (NDAA) authorizes appropriations for the Department of Defense, military construction, and Department of Energy national security activities. It outlines policy changes related to …
H.R. 5003, the "Equal Treatment of the District of Columbia Under the Rural Health Transformation Program Act of 2025," aims to amend Title XXI of the Social Security Act. The amendment extends eligibility for allotments under the Rural Health Transformation …
The "Joe Fiandra Access to Home Infusion Act of 2025" aims to amend Title XVIII of the Social Security Act to expand Medicare coverage. Specifically, it focuses on external infusion pumps and non-self-administrable home infusion drugs. The bill intends to …
This House Resolution affirms President Trump's promise not to raise the Social Security and Medicare retirement age. It expresses the House's commitment to maintaining the current eligibility ages for these programs. The resolution highlights the importance of these programs to …
The Battling Infections Transmitted by Ticks and Exposure Act (BITE Act) aims to establish a comprehensive national vector-borne disease prevention system. This system would be managed by the Secretary of Health and Human Services. The bill emphasizes early detection, public …
The "Stamp Out Lyme Disease Act" aims to create a dedicated funding stream for Lyme disease research through the issuance of a semipostal stamp by the United States Postal Service. Proceeds from the sale of these stamps would be directed …
The "Connected Maternal Online Monitoring Act" or the "Connected MOM Act" aims to improve maternal and child health outcomes by addressing barriers to coverage of remote physiologic devices under State Medicaid programs. The bill requires the Secretary of Health and …
The Child Interstate Abortion Notification Act aims to amend Title 18 of the United States Code to prevent the transportation of minors across state lines to circumvent parental involvement laws regarding abortion. It introduces penalties for individuals who knowingly transport …
The Beneficiary Enrollment Notification and Eligibility Simplification 2.0 Act (BENES 2.0 Act) aims to improve Medicare enrollment by notifying individuals approaching eligibility. This includes providing clear explanations of eligibility, late enrollment penalties, and coordination of benefits. The bill mandates that …
The "Keep Seniors Fed Act" aims to amend the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008. It seeks to exclude funds received under Title II of the Social Security Act from being considered as income when determining eligibility for food assistance …
The "Gender-Affirming Child Abuse Prevention Act" aims to authorize a civil right of action for individuals who underwent gender-related medical treatment as minors. It allows these individuals (or their representatives) to sue those who performed the treatment. The bill defines …
This bill designates the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in Toms River, New Jersey, as the "Leonard G. 'Bud' Lomell, VA Clinic." It recognizes Lomell's heroic service during World War II and his subsequent contributions to his community. …
House Resolution 641 expresses support for community health centers (CHCs) during National Health Center Week, August 3-9, 2025. It encourages Americans to visit their local CHCs and celebrate the partnership between these centers and their communities. The resolution highlights the …
The Department of Homeland Security Vehicular Terrorism Prevention and Mitigation Act of 2025 mandates the Secretary of Homeland Security to produce a report on emerging threats and countermeasures related to vehicular terrorism. This report will assess current and future threats, …