Health Care Fairness for All Act

Hozzl · 2025-01-04T11:12:26Z

Explore the details of House Bill 3129 Health Care Fairness for All Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/4/2025, 11:12 AM

Summary of Bill HR 3129

Bill 118 hr 3129, also known as the Health Care Fairness for All Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to ensure that all Americans have access to affordable and comprehensive health care coverage.

One of the key provisions of the Health Care Fairness for All Act is the establishment of a public option for health insurance. This would allow individuals and families to purchase a government-run health insurance plan that would compete with private insurance companies. The idea behind this provision is to increase competition in the health insurance market and drive down costs for consumers.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to protect individuals with pre-existing conditions. Under the Health Care Fairness for All Act, insurance companies would be prohibited from denying coverage or charging higher premiums based on a person's health status. This is aimed at ensuring that all Americans, regardless of their medical history, have access to affordable health insurance. Another important aspect of the bill is the expansion of Medicaid eligibility. The Health Care Fairness for All Act would increase the income threshold for Medicaid eligibility, allowing more low-income individuals and families to qualify for this government-run health insurance program. Overall, the Health Care Fairness for All Act seeks to improve access to affordable and comprehensive health care coverage for all Americans. By establishing a public option, protecting individuals with pre-existing conditions, and expanding Medicaid eligibility, this bill aims to address some of the key challenges facing the US health care system.

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Current Status of Bill HR 3129

Bill HR 3129 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 9, 2023. Bill HR 3129 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 9, 2023. Bill HR 3129's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of December 17, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3129

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3129

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

AbortionAdministrative remediesChild healthCongressional oversightDisability and health-based discriminationEmergency medical services and trauma careFamily relationshipsGovernment information and archivesGovernment trust fundsHealth care costs and insuranceHealth care coverage and accessHealth technology, devices, suppliesHome and outpatient careHospital careImmigrant health and welfareImmunology and vaccinationIncome tax creditsInflation and pricesIntergovernmental relationsMedicaidMedicarePrescription drugsState and local government operations

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3129

Health Care Fairness for All ActHealth Care Fairness for All ActTo ensure health care fairness and affordability for all Americans through universal access to equitable health insurance tax credits, reformed health savings accounts, and strengthened consumer protections, and for other purposes.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 3129

Neal P. Dunn

Florida(Republican)

John R. Carter

Texas(Republican)

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