REPLACE Act

3/9/2023, 5:47 PM

Replacing Essential Passports and Licenses After Certain Emergencies Act or the REPLACE Act

This bill requires the President to automatically waive fees to replace critical documents for individuals and households affected by major disasters for which assistance is provided under the Individuals and Households Program.

The REPLACE Act, also known as Bill 117 hr 7476, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of reforming and improving the current healthcare system. The main goal of the bill is to replace the Affordable Care Act (ACA), also known as Obamacare, with a new healthcare plan that is more affordable and accessible to all Americans.

The REPLACE Act proposes several key changes to the current healthcare system. One of the main provisions of the bill is the elimination of the individual mandate, which requires all Americans to have health insurance or pay a penalty. Instead, the bill aims to provide tax credits and subsidies to help individuals and families afford health insurance coverage.

Additionally, the REPLACE Act seeks to expand access to healthcare by allowing for the sale of insurance across state lines and increasing competition among insurers. The bill also includes provisions to protect individuals with pre-existing conditions and ensure that they have access to affordable coverage. Overall, the REPLACE Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that aims to address the shortcomings of the current healthcare system and provide Americans with better access to affordable and quality healthcare. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it will lower healthcare costs and improve access to care, while critics raise concerns about potential cuts to Medicaid and other safety net programs.
Congress
117

Number
HR - 7476

Introduced on
2022-04-07

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

4/7/2022

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Replacing Essential Passports and Licenses After Certain Emergencies Act or the REPLACE Act

This bill requires the President to automatically waive fees to replace critical documents for individuals and households affected by major disasters for which assistance is provided under the Individuals and Households Program.

The REPLACE Act, also known as Bill 117 hr 7476, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of reforming and improving the current healthcare system. The main goal of the bill is to replace the Affordable Care Act (ACA), also known as Obamacare, with a new healthcare plan that is more affordable and accessible to all Americans.

The REPLACE Act proposes several key changes to the current healthcare system. One of the main provisions of the bill is the elimination of the individual mandate, which requires all Americans to have health insurance or pay a penalty. Instead, the bill aims to provide tax credits and subsidies to help individuals and families afford health insurance coverage.

Additionally, the REPLACE Act seeks to expand access to healthcare by allowing for the sale of insurance across state lines and increasing competition among insurers. The bill also includes provisions to protect individuals with pre-existing conditions and ensure that they have access to affordable coverage. Overall, the REPLACE Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that aims to address the shortcomings of the current healthcare system and provide Americans with better access to affordable and quality healthcare. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it will lower healthcare costs and improve access to care, while critics raise concerns about potential cuts to Medicaid and other safety net programs.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend the Disaster Recovery Reform Act of 2018 to require the President to automatically waive certain critical document fees for individuals and households affected by major disasters for which assistance is provided under the Individuals and Households Program.

Policy Areas
Emergency Management

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary4/29/2022

Replacing Essential Passports and Licenses After Certain Emergencies Act or the REPLACE Act

This bill requires the President to automatically waive fees to replace critical documents for individuals and households affected...


Latest Action4/8/2022
Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.