H.R. 1521 · 119th Congress · 2025–2026
DOC Access Act of 2025
H.R. 1521 in the 119th Congress (2025–2026) was introduced on Feb 24, 2025, sponsored by Earl L. "Buddy" Carter with 121 co-sponsors.
During the 119th Congress (2025–2026), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Feb 24, 2025
- Co-sponsors
- 121
- Policy area
- Health
What it does
Dentist and Optometric Care Access Act of 2025 or the DOC Access Act of 20 25 This bill prohibits private health insurance plans from setting rates for items and services, except for dental cleanings, provided by a doctor of optometry, of dental surgery, or of dental medicine (or an employer of such a doctor) for which the plan does not pay a substantial amount.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (R-GA). Co-sponsors: 70 Democrats, 51 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedFeb 24, 2025
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. (Feb 24, 2025)
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From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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Capitol Receipts, “H.R. 1521 (119th Congress): DOC Access Act of 2025,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/bill/119-hr-1521/doc-access-act-of-2025 (accessed 2026-10-16).