S.J.Res.198

A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services of the Department of Health and Human Services relating to "Medicare Program; Implementation of Prior Authorization for Select Services for the Wasteful and Inappropriate Services Reduction (WISeR) Model".

Introduced·6/24/26

Congress disapproves a Medicare rule requiring prior authorization for certain services under the WISeR Model.

This bill disapproves a rule by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services that implements prior authorization for select services under the Wasteful and Inappropriate Services Reduction (WISeR) Model. The rule, published on July 1, 2025, mandates prior authorization for certain Medicare services to reduce wasteful and inappropriate use. The disapproval means the rule will have no force or effect.

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Roll Call Votes

On the Motion to Proceed S.J.Res. 198 RC# 199

History

Jul 16

Senate

Motion to proceed to consideration of measure rejected in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 46 - 50. Record Vote Number: 199.

Jun 24

Senate

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.

Jun 24

Senate

Senate Committee on Finance discharged, by petition, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 802(c).