H.R. 6494 · 119th Congress · 2025–2026
Territories Health Equity Act of 2025
H.R. 6494 in the 119th Congress (2025–2026) was introduced on Dec 5, 2025, sponsored by Stacey E. Plaskett with 4 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
- Dec 5, 2025
- Co-sponsors
- 4
- Policy area
- Health
What it does
Territories Health Equity Act of 2025 This bill alters provisions relating to the treatment of U.S. territories under Medicaid, Medicare, and Medicare Advantage. For example, the bill eliminates Medicaid funding limitations for U.S.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Stacey E. Plaskett (D-VI). Co-sponsors: 1 Democrat, 3 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedDec 5, 2025
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: 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 (Dec 5, 2025)
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From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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