Competitive Bidding Relief Act of 2023

3/13/2024, 5:55 PM

Competitive Bidding Relief Act of 2023

This bill extends until December 31, 2024, a higher payment rate (known as the 75/25 blended rate) for durable medical equipment in nonrural or noncontiguous areas under Medicare.

The Competitive Bidding Relief Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 s 1294, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to provide relief to small businesses and contractors who are negatively impacted by competitive bidding processes for government contracts.

The bill aims to streamline the bidding process for government contracts, making it easier for small businesses to compete with larger corporations. It also seeks to reduce the administrative burden on contractors by simplifying the requirements for submitting bids and proposals.

Additionally, the Competitive Bidding Relief Act of 2023 includes provisions to increase transparency and accountability in the bidding process, ensuring that contracts are awarded fairly and in accordance with federal regulations. Overall, this bill is designed to level the playing field for small businesses and contractors, allowing them to compete more effectively for government contracts and ultimately stimulating economic growth and job creation.
Congress
118

Number
S - 1294

Introduced on
2023-04-26

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

4/26/2023

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Competitive Bidding Relief Act of 2023

This bill extends until December 31, 2024, a higher payment rate (known as the 75/25 blended rate) for durable medical equipment in nonrural or noncontiguous areas under Medicare.

The Competitive Bidding Relief Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 s 1294, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to provide relief to small businesses and contractors who are negatively impacted by competitive bidding processes for government contracts.

The bill aims to streamline the bidding process for government contracts, making it easier for small businesses to compete with larger corporations. It also seeks to reduce the administrative burden on contractors by simplifying the requirements for submitting bids and proposals.

Additionally, the Competitive Bidding Relief Act of 2023 includes provisions to increase transparency and accountability in the bidding process, ensuring that contracts are awarded fairly and in accordance with federal regulations. Overall, this bill is designed to level the playing field for small businesses and contractors, allowing them to compete more effectively for government contracts and ultimately stimulating economic growth and job creation.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to provide for payment rates for durable medical equipment under the Medicare program.

Policy Areas
Health

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary1/2/2024

Competitive Bidding Relief Act of 2023

This bill extends until December 31, 2024, a higher payment rate (known as the 75/25 blended rate) for durable medical equipment in nonrural or noncontiguous areas under Medicare.


Latest Action4/26/2023
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (text: CR S1385)