Social Policy

In a move aimed at creating an even playing field for all medical schools outside the U.S. and Canada, Senator Durbin has introduced a piece of legislation known as the...

A new bill introduced in the 118th Congress, known as the "Financial Services Improving Noble and Necessary Caregiving Experience Act" or the "FINANCE Act," aims to make life a bit...

If the late nights and heavy demands of caring for loved ones affected by Alzheimer’s disease seem endless, a new bill just introduced in the Senate might offer a beacon...

In an effort to improve the lives of long-term care residents nationwide, Senators Kaine and Casey have introduced a decisive new bill, S. 4743, titled the "Strengthening Advocacy for Long-Term...

Mark Twain once remarked that "the secret of getting ahead is getting started." With the introduction of the "Disease Intervention through Nutrition Education Act" or "DINE Act" by Senators Markey...

On July 24, 2024, a new legislative proposal, H.R. 9127, was introduced in the House of Representatives, aiming to amend title III of the Public Health Service Act. This bill,...

In a move designed to shore up critical healthcare infrastructure in U.S. territories, a new bill called the "Supporting Territorial Safety Net Hospitals Act" has been submitted to Congress. The...

In a remarkable nod to history and heroism, the U.S. House of Representatives has proposed naming the Veterans Affairs (VA) community-based outpatient clinic in Auburn, California, after one of America's...

In a spirited move to make healthcare more accessible, Representatives Underwood, Schrier, and Porter have introduced a bill that could mean fewer worries about your medical bills. Aptly titled the...

In an effort to alleviate the financial burden for individuals managing chronic conditions, the U.S. House of Representatives has introduced a bill, H.R. 9132, officially titled the "Chronic Condition Copay...