Health DATA Act of 2026 aims to enhance transparency and prevent discrimination in group health plan data.

The Health DATA Act of 2026 amends the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 to increase transparency of group health plan data, prevent discrimination, and ensure equitable access to information. It mandates that group health plans allow audits of de-identified claims and encounter information, ensuring compliance with privacy regulations. The act prohibits discrimination against participants or beneficiaries based on plan data and authorizes civil monetary penalties for violations.

Health DATA Act of 2026 aims to enhance transparency and prevent discrimination in group health plan data.

The Health DATA Act of 2026 amends the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 to increase transparency of group health plan data, prevent discrimination, and ensure equitable access to information. It mandates that group health plans allow audits of de-identified claims and encounter information, ensuring compliance with privacy regulations. The act prohibits discrimination against participants or beneficiaries based on plan data and authorizes civil monetary penalties for violations.