HR5485Referred to Committee

Second Chance at Life Act of 2025

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2025-09-18
Introduced
23
Cosponsors
HR
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Sponsor

August Pfluger
August Pfluger
Republican · TX · Representative
Votes with party: 98.8% (599 recorded votes)

Full profile: /officials/P000048

Source: Congress.gov · FEC

Cosponsors (23)

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

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Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

2025-09-18

Source: Congress.gov

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Plain-English Summary

The legislation would expand access to life-saving treatments and support services for people recovering from serious illnesses or injuries, with a focus on helping them return to work and independent living. It would likely increase funding for rehabilitation programs, mental health services, and job training for patients transitioning out of hospitals or treatment facilities. The bill would affect patients, healthcare providers, employers, and state health programs that coordinate recovery services.

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