HB9641Introduced in the House
Essential Caregivers Act of 2026
Introduced by Claudia Tenney, District NY-24
What does this bill do?
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Official description
To amend titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to require certain facilities to permit visits from an essential caregiver during certain periods.
Where it stands
Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by the Yeas and Nays: 38 - 0.
July 15, 2026
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Bill history
Introduced in House
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 provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by the Yeas and Nays: 38 - 0.
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