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Easier Access to Group Health Plans for Small Businesses.

This act aims to make it easier for small businesses and self-employed individuals to form groups to collectively purchase health insurance. This allows them to obtain better prices and broader coverage, similar to large corporations. The goal is to help reduce healthcare costs and increase insurance accessibility.
Key points
Small businesses and self-employed individuals can more easily form groups to negotiate better health insurance terms.
Health plans for these groups will be subject to similar rules and consumer protections as insurance for large companies.
The act aims to lower healthcare costs and increase insurance accessibility for small business owners.
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Print number: 117_HR_4547
Sponsor: Rep. Walberg, Tim [R-MI-7]
Process start date: 2021-07-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Association Health Plans Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4547.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-07-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Small businesses and self-employed individuals can more easily form groups to negotiate better health insurance terms.
  • Health plans for these groups will be subject to similar rules and consumer protections as insurance for large companies.
  • The act aims to lower healthcare costs and increase insurance accessibility for small business owners.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Walberg, Tim [R-MI-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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