What is the current status of HR 6721?

HR 6721 is currently: Introduced.

Who sponsored HR 6721?

HR 6721 was sponsored by Greg Murphy (R), Rep.

Encouraging Advance Directives for Medicare

IntroducedDecember 15, 2025

Introduced10 months ago

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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.

Health

Why This Matters

This bill helps Medicare recipients make their healthcare preferences clear by encouraging them to create advance directives. This is important because it ensures that their medical care reflects their wishes when they cannot speak for themselves.

If you are on Medicare, this bill could help you express your healthcare wishes more clearly.

Who this affects

Medicare beneficiaries · seniors · individuals with disabilities

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill encourages Medicare beneficiaries to create advance directives for their medical care.
2Advance directives help ensure that medical decisions align with patients' wishes.
3The bill aims to promote voluntary participation in advance directive planning.
4It seeks to improve communication between patients and healthcare providers.
5The bill does not require anyone to create an advance directive.

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