Cardiovascular Disease Early Detection and Prevention Act of 2026

Hozzl · 2026-04-21T16:54:15Z

Explore the details of House Bill 8260 Cardiovascular Disease Early Detection and Prevention Act of 2026 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

4/21/2026, 4:54 PM

Summary of Bill HR 8260

The bill, designated as H.R. 8260 in the 119th Congress and introduced on April 14, 2026, aims to amend various health-related acts to mandate the coverage of specific cardiovascular tests without cost sharing under group health plans, both group and individual health insurance coverage, as well as within the Medicare and Medicaid programs.

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Current Status of Bill HR 8260

Bill HR 8260 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 14, 2026. Bill HR 8260 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on April 14, 2026. Bill HR 8260's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of April 14, 2026

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8260

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8260

To amend title XXVII of the Public Health Service Act and titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to require coverage of certain cardiovascular tests without cost sharing under group health plans, group and individual health insurance coverage, and the Medicare and Medicaid programs.