Health Savings for Families Act of 2023

12/19/2024, 9:06 AM

Health Savings for Families Act of 2023

This bill permits contributions to health savings accounts by individuals whose spouses have health flexible spending accounts.

Bill 118 hr 5716, also known as the Health Savings for Families Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to provide families with increased access to health savings accounts (HSAs) in order to help them save money for medical expenses.

One of the key provisions of the bill is to raise the annual contribution limits for HSAs, allowing families to save more money tax-free for healthcare costs. This increase in contribution limits is intended to help families better prepare for unexpected medical expenses and reduce the financial burden of healthcare.

Additionally, the Health Savings for Families Act of 2023 aims to expand the types of expenses that can be paid for using HSA funds. This includes allowing families to use their HSA funds to pay for over-the-counter medications, as well as certain preventive care services that are not currently covered by insurance. Overall, the bill seeks to make HSAs more accessible and flexible for families, providing them with additional tools to manage their healthcare costs. Supporters of the bill argue that it will help families save money and make healthcare more affordable, while critics raise concerns about the potential impact on government revenue and the overall healthcare system. As the Health Savings for Families Act of 2023 continues to be debated in Congress, it will be important for lawmakers to carefully consider the potential benefits and drawbacks of the legislation in order to make informed decisions about its passage.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 5716

Introduced on
2023-09-26

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

9/26/2023

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Health Savings for Families Act of 2023

This bill permits contributions to health savings accounts by individuals whose spouses have health flexible spending accounts.

Bill 118 hr 5716, also known as the Health Savings for Families Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to provide families with increased access to health savings accounts (HSAs) in order to help them save money for medical expenses.

One of the key provisions of the bill is to raise the annual contribution limits for HSAs, allowing families to save more money tax-free for healthcare costs. This increase in contribution limits is intended to help families better prepare for unexpected medical expenses and reduce the financial burden of healthcare.

Additionally, the Health Savings for Families Act of 2023 aims to expand the types of expenses that can be paid for using HSA funds. This includes allowing families to use their HSA funds to pay for over-the-counter medications, as well as certain preventive care services that are not currently covered by insurance. Overall, the bill seeks to make HSAs more accessible and flexible for families, providing them with additional tools to manage their healthcare costs. Supporters of the bill argue that it will help families save money and make healthcare more affordable, while critics raise concerns about the potential impact on government revenue and the overall healthcare system. As the Health Savings for Families Act of 2023 continues to be debated in Congress, it will be important for lawmakers to carefully consider the potential benefits and drawbacks of the legislation in order to make informed decisions about its passage.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow contributions to a health savings account when a spouse has a health flexible spending account.

Policy Areas
Taxation

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Recent Activity

Latest Summary10/25/2023

Health Savings for Families Act of 2023

This bill permits contributions to health savings accounts by individuals whose spouses have health flexible spending accounts.


Latest Action12/17/2024
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.