S2743Referred to Committee

Save Our Safety-Net Hospitals Act of 2025

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2025-09-09
Introduced
1
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Sponsor

Jim Banks
Jim Banks
Republican · IN · Senator
Votes with party: 75.7% (847 recorded votes)

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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.

2025-09-09

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Plain-English Summary

The legislation would provide additional federal funding and support to hospitals that serve large numbers of uninsured and low-income patients, helping them stay financially stable while continuing to provide emergency and essential care to vulnerable populations. These safety-net hospitals, which are often located in rural or economically disadvantaged areas, would receive resources to offset the costs of treating patients who cannot pay for their care. The bill aims to prevent closures of these critical facilities that communities depend on for basic medical services.

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