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Primary Care Enhancement Act of 2023

12/20/2024, 9:06 AM

Summary of Bill HR 3029

Bill 118 HR 3029, also known as the Primary Care Enhancement Act of 2023, aims to improve access to primary care services for individuals across the United States. The bill focuses on several key areas to achieve this goal.

First, the bill seeks to increase funding for primary care providers, including physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. This funding will help these providers expand their practices, hire additional staff, and invest in new technologies to better serve their patients.

Second, the bill aims to reduce administrative burdens on primary care providers by streamlining paperwork and simplifying billing processes. This will allow providers to spend more time with patients and less time on paperwork, ultimately improving the quality of care they can provide. Additionally, the bill includes provisions to incentivize medical students to pursue careers in primary care by offering loan forgiveness programs and scholarships for those who choose to work in underserved areas. Overall, the Primary Care Enhancement Act of 2023 is designed to strengthen the primary care system in the United States, ensuring that all individuals have access to high-quality, affordable care. By increasing funding, reducing administrative burdens, and incentivizing providers to enter the field, this bill has the potential to improve health outcomes for millions of Americans.

Congressional Summary of HR 3029

Primary Care Enhancement Act of 2023

This bill permits a taxpayer with a primary care service arrangement whose fixed periodic fee does not exceed $150 a month to participate in and contribute to a health savings account.

Current Status of Bill HR 3029

Bill HR 3029 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 28, 2023. Bill HR 3029 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 28, 2023.  Bill HR 3029's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of December 17, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3029

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
2
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
52
Democrat Cosponsors
14
Republican Cosponsors
38
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3029

Primary Policy Focus

Taxation

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3029

Primary Care Enhancement Act of 2023
Primary Care Enhancement Act of 2023
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow individuals with direct primary care service arrangements to remain eligible individuals for purposes of health savings accounts, and for other purposes.

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