01 — The Text
What.
- Requires healthcare providers to disclose billing information upfront and in plain language.
- Sets standards for how medical bills must be formatted and presented to patients.
- Aims to reduce surprise charges and hidden fees in healthcare statements.
02 — The Stakes
So what?
- Patients get clearer cost information before or when receiving care, reducing billing shock.
- Hospitals and providers must invest in billing system updates to comply.
- Lower-income and less-educated patients benefit most from simplified billing language.
03 — The Path
Now what?
- Bill passed committee with unanimous support (34-0 vote) and awaits House floor debate and vote.
- Next: House votes, then moves to Senate if approved; President must sign to become law.
- Contact your House representative to express support or opposition before floor vote.
Legislative History
Actions.
- Jul 13, 2026 — Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 652.
- Jul 13, 2026 — Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Education and Workforce. H. Rept. 119-748.
- Jul 13, 2026 — Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Education and Workforce. H. Rept. 119-748.
- May 21, 2026 — Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 34 - 0.
- May 21, 2026 — Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- May 7, 2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
- May 7, 2026 — Introduced in House
- May 7, 2026 — Introduced in House