HB8684Introduced in the House
Transparency in Billing Act of 2026
Introduced by Virginia Foxx, District NC-5
What does this bill do?
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Official description
To amend the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 to require group health plans and health insurance issuers offering group health insurance coverage to only pay claims submitted by hospitals that have in place policies and procedures to ensure accurate billing practices, and for other purposes.
Where it stands
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 652.
July 13, 2026
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Bill history
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 34 - 0.
Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Education and Workforce. H. Rept. 119-748.
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 652.
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