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Obamacare Changes: Exemptions for Residents, New Rules for Officials.

This legal act modifies health insurance regulations. Individuals living in counties with limited access to health insurers may be exempt from the mandate to have coverage. Additionally, Members of Congress, their staff, and high-ranking government officials will be required to obtain health insurance through the marketplace, without special government contributions.
Key points
Residents in areas with fewer health insurance options may be exempt from the individual mandate penalty.
Members of Congress, their staff, and certain political appointees will be required to use the health insurance marketplace without government contributions.
The act aims to align health insurance rules for officials more closely with those for regular citizens.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_127
Sponsor: Rep. Biggs, Andy [R-AZ-5]
Process start date: 2023-01-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Protection from Obamacare Mandates and Congressional Equity Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_127.

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 2023-01-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Residents in areas with fewer health insurance options may be exempt from the individual mandate penalty.
  • Members of Congress, their staff, and certain political appointees will be required to use the health insurance marketplace without government contributions.
  • The act aims to align health insurance rules for officials more closely with those for regular citizens.
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. Biggs, Andy [R-AZ-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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