Bill 118 hr 2935, also known as the Sergeant First Class Michael Clark TRICARE Reserve Parity Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The bill aims to address disparities in healthcare coverage for members of the National Guard and Reserve components of the US military.
Specifically, the bill seeks to ensure that members of the National Guard and Reserve have access to the same healthcare benefits as active duty service members through TRICARE, the military's healthcare program. This includes coverage for medical services, prescription drugs, and mental health care.
The bill is named in honor of Sergeant First Class Michael Clark, a member of the National Guard who tragically passed away due to complications from a lack of adequate healthcare coverage. The bill aims to prevent similar tragedies by ensuring that all members of the National Guard and Reserve have access to the healthcare they need and deserve.
If passed, the Sergeant First Class Michael Clark TRICARE Reserve Parity Act would provide much-needed support for the men and women who serve in the National Guard and Reserve, ensuring that they receive the same level of healthcare coverage as their active duty counterparts.