COMP Act

12/19/2024, 9:05 AM

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.

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.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 7368

Introduced on
2024-02-15

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

2/15/2024

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

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.

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.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo 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.

Policy Areas
Health

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Latest Summary3/11/2024

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...


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