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Introduced

In Committee

3

Passed One Chamber

4

Passed Both

5

Signed into Law

Sponsor

Brian K. Fitzpatrick

Republican · PA · Representative

Votes with party: 84.7% (549 recorded votes)

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Cosponsors (14)

Members who have signed on to support this bill since introduction. Source: Congress.gov.

Latest Action

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Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

2025-06-06

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Committee Activity

Currently in

House Committee on Energy and CommerceReferred To · 2025-06-06
House Committee on Ways and MeansReferred To · 2025-06-06

Previously

Energy and Commerce CommitteeReferred To · 2025-06-06
Ways and Means CommitteeReferred To · 2025-06-06

Plain-English Summary

This legislation would make it easier for seniors on Medicare to access mental health services by expanding coverage and reducing barriers like copayments or requiring referrals from doctors. The changes would help older Americans get counseling, therapy, and psychiatric care more affordably and without as much red tape. The bill affects seniors, mental health providers, and Medicare's budget.

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Subjects

Health

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