Medical Records Access Fairness Act of 2026

Bill Foster

Democrat · IL · Representative

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• Joyce Beatty (D-OH-3)Original· 2026-03-04

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

2026-03-04

Source: Congress.gov

This bill would make it easier for patients to get copies of their medical records from doctors and hospitals, likely by setting clearer rules about how quickly providers must respond to requests and what fees they can charge. The law would apply to healthcare facilities across the country and aims to give patients more control over their own health information. It could also reduce delays that currently frustrate patients trying to access their records for second opinions, insurance claims, or personal health tracking.

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