H.R. 8658 · 119th Congress · 2025–2026
Indian Health Service Emergency Claims Parity Act
H.R. 8658 in the 119th Congress (2025–2026) has passed the house — introduced on May 4, 2026, sponsored by Mike Kennedy with 1 co-sponsors.
During the 119th Congress (2025–2026), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Passed the House
- Introduced
- May 4, 2026
- Co-sponsors
- 1
- Policy area
- Native Americans
What it does
Indian Health Service Emergency Claims Parity Act This bill extends from 72 hours to not less than 15 days the time period to notify the Purchased/Referred Care (PRC) program of emergency medical care received from a non-Indian Health Service (IHS) medical provider or at a non-IHS medical facility.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Mike Kennedy (R-UT). Co-sponsors: 1 Republican.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMay 4, 2026
- Passed the HouseSep 14, 2026
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Received in the Senate. (Sep 15, 2026)
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