01 — The Text
What.
- Requires hospitals to publicly display prices for drugs, procedures, and services — likely on physical signage or online.
- Bill title suggests transparency mandate, but detailed policy specifics not yet available in official summary.
- Appears focused on making healthcare costs visible to patients before treatment.
02 — The Stakes
So what?
- Patients gain clearer cost information upfront, potentially reducing bill shock and enabling price shopping.
- Hospitals face compliance costs to audit, calculate, and display prices across services.
- Insurance companies and pharmaceutical suppliers may see competitive pressure if prices become transparent.
03 — The Path
Now what?
- Bill passed out of committee on July 21 (24-21 vote) with amendments. Now heads to full House floor for debate and vote.
- If House passes it, heads to Senate where it would face another committee review and floor vote.
- Track progress at Congress.gov or contact your House representative to weigh in before floor vote.
Legislative History
Actions.
- Jul 21, 2026 — Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 24 - 21.
- Jul 21, 2026 — Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- Jul 20, 2026 — Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- Jun 25, 2026 — Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
- Jun 25, 2026 — Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- Jun 23, 2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- Jun 23, 2026 — Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
- Jun 23, 2026 — Introduced in House