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Better Healthcare: Ending Unfair Insurance Contracts

This act aims to increase competition in the healthcare market, potentially leading to lower costs and higher quality services. It bans contracts that limit choice of doctors and hospitals, giving insurers more freedom to offer better options. This could make it easier for citizens to access more affordable and better medical care.
Key points
Health insurers will have more freedom to direct patients to lower-cost or higher-quality providers.
Contracts that force health plans to pay higher rates or enter into additional agreements with affiliates will be prohibited.
Health plans will need to annually confirm compliance with new rules, increasing transparency.
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Print number: 118_HR_3120
Sponsor: Rep. Steel, Michelle [R-CA-45]
Process start date: 2023-05-05
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Healthy Competition for Better Care Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_3120.

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 2023-05-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Health insurers will have more freedom to direct patients to lower-cost or higher-quality providers.
  • Contracts that force health plans to pay higher rates or enter into additional agreements with affiliates will be prohibited.
  • Health plans will need to annually confirm compliance with new rules, increasing transparency.
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. Steel, Michelle [R-CA-45].

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 2025-12-25.

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