H.R.9486

Health DATA Act of 2026 Health Data Access, Transparency, and Affordability Act of 2026

Introduced·6/25/26

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.

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Current
Education and Workforce Committee
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History

Jun 25

House

Introduced in House

Jun 25

House

Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.