Primary and Behavioral Health Care Access Act of 2026
Rep. Underwood Pushes for Three Free Doctor and Mental Health Visits Per Year
This bill was recently introduced in the House and is currently being reviewed by three different committees. It is in the early stages of the legislative process and is actively moving forward. There are no upcoming votes scheduled at this time.
Legislative Progress
This bill adds new mandates to private insurance companies, which usually faces strong opposition from one party. Without a large number of sponsors from both sides, it is unlikely to pass.
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Life & Work
Small business owners who provide group health insurance to employees would need to ensure their plans cover these six free visits. While this gives their workers a valuable benefit that could reduce absenteeism, it could also lead to slightly higher premiums for the employer-sponsored plans that small businesses offer.
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Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Education and Workforce, and Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Introduced in House
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
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Congressional Bill
Official Title
Primary and Behavioral Health Care Access Act of 2026
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