HR7486Referred to Committee
Protecting Hospitals from Disaster Act of 2026
Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber4
Passed Both5
Signed into Law119th
Congress
2026-02-11
Introduced
1
Cosponsors
HR
ⓘType
Sponsor
Donald S. Beyer, Jr.
Democrat · VA · Representative
Votes with party: 98.0% (593 recorded votes)
Full profile: /officials/B001292
Source: Congress.gov · FEC
Cosponsors (1)
Members who have signed on to support this bill since introduction. Source: Congress.gov.
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Plain-English Summary
This bill would likely provide financial assistance and support to hospitals that face major disruptions from natural disasters, public health emergencies, or other catastrophic events. The legislation aims to help hospitals maintain operations and continue serving patients during crises by offering federal funding, tax relief, or other resources to cover emergency costs and recovery expenses. This would affect hospital administrators, patients relying on hospital care, and communities dependent on local healthcare facilities during emergencies.
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Subjects
Health
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