What is the current status of HR 7478?

HR 7478 is currently: Introduced.

Who sponsored HR 7478?

HR 7478 was sponsored by Gabe Vasquez (D), Rep.

Patient Debt Relief Act

IntroducedFebruary 10, 2026

Introduced8 months ago

Intro

House

Senate

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Introduced in House

Why This Matters

The Patient Debt Relief Act aims to make it easier for patients to get financial help with medical bills and limits aggressive debt collection practices. This is important because many people struggle with medical debt and need support to manage their expenses.

If you struggle with medical debt, hospitals will have to help you find financial assistance and cannot harass you for payment.

Who this affects

Patients · Hospitals

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill requires hospitals to offer financial assistance to patients who cannot pay their medical bills.
2Hospitals must create clear policies for charity care and financial help for patients.
3The bill limits how hospitals can collect medical debts from patients.
4Hospitals that do not follow these rules could face fines up to $1 million.
5A new grant program will help provide medical debt relief to those in need.

Last changed 5 months ago · checked hourly

Patient Debt Relief Act

IntroducedFebruary 10, 2026

Introduced8 months ago

Intro

House

Senate

Pres

Introduced in House

Why This Matters

If you struggle with medical debt, hospitals will have to help you find financial assistance and cannot harass you for payment.

Who this affects

Patients · Hospitals

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill requires hospitals to offer financial assistance to patients who cannot pay their medical bills.
2Hospitals must create clear policies for charity care and financial help for patients.
3The bill limits how hospitals can collect medical debts from patients.
4Hospitals that do not follow these rules could face fines up to $1 million.
5A new grant program will help provide medical debt relief to those in need.

Last changed 5 months ago · checked hourly