Bills · HR 3990
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 3990Health
Disaster Relief Medicaid Act
INTRO JUN 12· LAST ACTION JUN 12
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because disasters are becoming more frequent and severe, often leaving people without homes, jobs, and access to essential healthcare. Without this kind of targeted assistance, disaster survivors who lose their income or savings might struggle to afford medical care precisely when they need it most, potentially worsening health outcomes and slowing recovery. By temporarily expanding Medicaid and making it easier to qualify for those affected, the bill aims to prevent people from falling through the cracks, ensuring they can get treatment for injuries, chronic conditions, or mental health issues that arise after a catastrophe.
If it becomes law, it would create a crucial healthcare safety net, providing peace of mind and supporting long-term community recovery in disaster-stricken areas. If it doesn't pass, many disaster survivors will continue to face significant barriers to healthcare access in the immediate aftermath of a crisis, adding to the already immense stress and financial burden of rebuilding their lives.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires states to provide temporary Medicaid coverage to individuals and families affected by major disasters, national emergencies, or public health emergencies.
Ensures a healthcare safety net for people whose lives are disrupted by catastrophic events.
PROVISION 02
Defines "relief-eligible survivors" with specific income thresholds (133% or 200% of poverty line, or state's standard) and explicitly excludes unemployment benefits and FEMA aid from income calculations.
Makes it easier for people who have lost income or received disaster relief to qualify for medical assistance when they need it most.
PROVISION 03
Establishes a "relief coverage period" of two years from the disaster declaration, with extended eligibility for pregnant/postpartum individuals and those with pending applications for other health assistance.
Provides consistent healthcare access during the critical recovery phase and ensures continuity of care for vulnerable groups.
PROVISION 04
Defines eligible "survivors" as residents of the direct impact area or individuals who lost employment due to their worksite being in the direct impact area.
Clarifies who can receive this specific disaster-related medical assistance, focusing on those most directly affected.
PROVISION 05
Mandates that the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) websites post direct impact areas after a disaster.
Provides clear, accessible information for individuals to determine if they are in an eligible area.
SPONSORSHIP
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D· California
YRS IN OFFICE
9
BILLS LED
55
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DEM 2 REP 0 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSJUN 12
Introduced in House
JUN 12
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 3990
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJun 12, 2025
Last actionJun 12, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JUN 12, 2025
House BillHR 3990Health
Disaster Relief Medicaid Act
INTRODUCED JUN 12, 2025· LAST ACTION JUN 12, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
31 min
COSPONSORS
2
COMPLEXITY
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