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US HB1644

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/27/2025

Primary Sponsor

Lauren Underwood

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Origin

House of Representatives

119th Congress

AI Summary

  • Eliminates VA copayments for medications that are part of preventive health services by amending Section 1722A(a)(3) of title 38, United States Code

  • Removes veteran liability for copayments on hospital care and medical services related to preventive health services under Section 1710

  • Defines preventive health services to include evidence-based items rated 'A' or 'B' by the United States Preventive Services Task Force

  • Covers immunizations recommended by the CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices

  • Includes women's preventive care, screenings, and all FDA-approved contraceptives and related services based on HRSA guidelines in effect as of December 30, 2022

Legislative Description

Copay Fairness for Veterans Act

Armed forces and national security

Last Action

Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.

3/25/2025

Committee Referrals

Subcommittee on Health3/10/2025
Veterans' Affairs2/27/2025

Full Bill Text

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