HR6280Referred to Committee

Access to Genetic Counselor Services Act of 2025

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2025-11-21
Introduced
23
Cosponsors
HR
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Adrian Smith
Adrian Smith
Republican · NE · Representative
Votes with party: 98.2% (545 recorded votes)

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Cosponsors (23)

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Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, 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.

2025-11-21

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Plain-English Summary

This bill would make it easier and more affordable for people to see genetic counselors—healthcare professionals who help patients understand their risk for inherited diseases and make informed medical decisions. The legislation likely aims to expand insurance coverage for genetic counseling services and remove barriers that currently prevent patients from accessing these specialists, particularly those who cannot afford to pay out of pocket. This would affect patients seeking genetic testing or counseling, insurance companies, and healthcare providers.

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