Bills · HR 3148
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 3148Armed Forces and National Security
SALUTE Act
INTRO MAY 1· LAST ACTION MAY 1
READING
5MIN
COSPONSORS
32BIPARTISAN
READER REACTIONS0 TOTAL
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LEGISLATIVE PROGRESS
STEP 2 / 8Introduced
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenVoters should care about this bill because it addresses a significant financial concern for military families: the potentially high out-of-pocket costs associated with cancer diagnosis and treatment. Even with TRICARE, there can be gaps in coverage for certain expenses, leaving families with unexpected bills during an already difficult time. This bill offers a voluntary, self-funded option to help close those gaps, potentially reducing financial stress for those serving our country and their loved ones.
If this bill becomes law, military families would have a new tool to protect themselves financially against cancer expenses, even if they have to pay for it themselves. If it doesn't pass, these families would continue to rely solely on their existing TRICARE benefits and personal savings for any uncovered cancer costs. The bill's pilot program structure means its effectiveness will be evaluated, and its long-term existence hinges on a positive review, making its initial implementation crucial.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Establishes a pilot program by September 30, 2026, for active duty service members and their TRICARE-enrolled dependents to obtain supplemental cancer insurance.
This creates a new, dedicated option for military families to get additional financial protection against cancer costs.
PROVISION 02
Directs the Secretary of Defense to enter into agreements with no more than two licensed private insurance companies to offer fixed indemnity supplemental benefit plans.
This ensures that the plans are offered through established insurance providers and meet specific regulatory standards.
PROVISION 03
Specifies that the supplemental insurance covers 'noncovered expenses' related to cancer screening, diagnosis, and treatment not already paid by TRICARE.
This targets a specific gap in existing military healthcare benefits, aiming to alleviate financial strain from unexpected cancer bills.
PROVISION 04
Prohibits any federal funds authorized by the Act from being used to subsidize the cost of the supplemental insurance premiums for participants.
This means participants will pay the full cost of the supplemental insurance themselves, ensuring the program does not create new direct federal healthcare spending.
PROVISION 05
Includes a sunset provision, terminating the pilot program after five years unless the Secretary of Defense determines it should be made permanent based on a required report.
This ensures the program is reviewed for effectiveness and value before becoming a permanent fixture, allowing for adjustments or termination if it doesn't meet its goals.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 32
R· Georgia
YRS IN OFFICE
1
BILLS LED
9
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 81%
DEM 13 REP 19 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSMAY 1
Introduced in House
MAY 1
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 3148
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMay 1, 2025
Last actionMay 1, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ARMED SERVICES COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAY 1, 2025
House BillHR 3148Armed Forces and National Security
SALUTE Act
INTRODUCED MAY 1, 2025· LAST ACTION MAY 1, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
—%
READING
5 min
COSPONSORS
32
COMPLEXITY
Moderate
