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COMP Act

12/19/2024, 9:05 AM

Summary of Bill HR 7368

Bill 118 hr 7368, also known as the COMP Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress that aims to address issues related to competition in various industries. The bill focuses on promoting fair competition, preventing anti-competitive practices, and protecting consumers from monopolistic behavior.

One key aspect of the COMP Act is the establishment of a new regulatory body, the Competition Oversight and Market Protection (COMP) Agency, which will be responsible for monitoring and enforcing competition laws. This agency will have the authority to investigate and take action against companies that engage in anti-competitive behavior, such as price-fixing or market manipulation.

Additionally, the COMP Act includes provisions to increase transparency in the marketplace, such as requiring companies to disclose information about their pricing practices and market share. This is intended to help consumers make more informed choices and prevent companies from unfairly dominating the market. Overall, the COMP Act is aimed at promoting a level playing field for businesses, protecting consumers from unfair practices, and fostering healthy competition in the marketplace. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it will help to ensure a fair and competitive economy, while opponents raise concerns about potential regulatory burdens on businesses.

Congressional Summary of HR 7368

Coordination Of Medicare Payments and Workers' Compensation Act or the COMP Act

This bill alters provisions relating to Medicare secondary payer rules with respect to workers' compensation settlement arrangements. Among other things, the bill provides that a Medicare set-aside fulfills secondary payer obligations if the set-aside is included in the arrangement and meets certain other criteria.

Current Status of Bill HR 7368

Bill HR 7368 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 15, 2024. Bill HR 7368 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 15, 2024.  Bill HR 7368's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of December 17, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7368

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
2
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
1
Democrat Cosponsors
1
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7368

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7368

COMP Act
Coordination Of Medicare Payments and Workers’ Compensation Act
COMP Act
To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for the application of Medicare secondary payer rules to certain workers' compensation settlement agreements and qualified Medicare set-aside provisions.

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