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FEHB Protection Act of 2025

3/25/2025, 8:05 AM

Summary of Bill HR 2193

Bill 119 hr 2193, also known as the "Health Insurance Program Improvement Act," aims to make changes to the health insurance program for federal employees under chapter 89 of title 5, United States Code. The bill requires the Director of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) to take specific actions to improve the program.

One key provision of the bill is to require the OPM Director to establish a process for federal employees to enroll in health insurance plans electronically. This would streamline the enrollment process and make it more convenient for employees to access and choose their health insurance coverage.

Additionally, the bill requires the OPM Director to conduct a study on the feasibility of offering a high deductible health plan with a health savings account option to federal employees. This study would assess the potential benefits and drawbacks of offering this type of plan to federal employees and provide recommendations for implementation. Overall, the Health Insurance Program Improvement Act aims to enhance the health insurance options available to federal employees and make the enrollment process more efficient. By requiring the OPM Director to take specific actions and conduct a study on new plan options, the bill seeks to improve the overall quality and accessibility of health insurance for federal employees.

Current Status of Bill HR 2193

Bill HR 2193 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 18, 2025. Bill HR 2193 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 18, 2025.  Bill HR 2193's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. as of March 18, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2193

Total Number of Sponsors
4
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
4
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
3
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
3
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2193

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2193

To require the Director of the Office of Personnel Management to take certain actions with respect to the health insurance program carried out under chapter 89 of title 5, United States Code, and for other purposes.
To require the Director of the Office of Personnel Management to take certain actions with respect to the health insurance program carried out under chapter 89 of title 5, United States Code, and for other purposes.

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