01 — The Text
What.
- Requires hospitals to give Medicare patients eligible for hospice care a list of local hospice providers during discharge.
- Applies to patients Medicare deems appropriate for end-of-life hospice services.
- Creates an information requirement—no funding or new programs included.
02 — The Stakes
So what?
- Affects Medicare patients nearing end of life and their families—ensures they know available care options.
- Hospitals gain minimal burden: providing existing provider lists at discharge.
- Hospice providers could see more referrals; unclear if demand or access improves without funding mechanisms.
03 — The Path
Now what?
- Bill introduced March 27, 2025; referred to House Ways and Means Committee. No movement yet—early stage.
- No cosponsors so far, suggesting limited initial momentum.
- Track progress at Congress.gov or contact your House representative to voice support or concerns.
Legislative History
Actions.
- Mar 27, 2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
- Mar 27, 2025 — Introduced in House
- Mar 27, 2025 — Introduced in House