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Easier Healthcare Access for Reservists and Families

This act eliminates individual healthcare charges for Selected Reserve members under TRICARE Reserve Select. It also modifies family coverage fees, introducing a uniform premium. Additionally, it provides no-premium dental plans for reservists and improves healthcare access for certain retired service members.
Key points
Selected Reserve members will no longer pay premiums for individual TRICARE Reserve Select healthcare coverage.
A uniform premium for TRICARE Reserve Select family coverage will be introduced, set at 28% of the actual cost.
Reservists will gain access to no-premium dental plans.
Healthcare access under TRICARE is improved for certain retired service members under 60 receiving non-regular service retired pay.
Civilian healthcare providers will use new forms to assess reservists' medical and dental readiness.
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Additional Information
Healthcare for Our Troops Act
Print number: HR 4221
Sponsor: Rep. Kim, Andy [D-NJ-3]
Process start date: 2023-06-20
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about Easier Healthcare Access for Reservists and Families

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 4221.

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 2023-06-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Selected Reserve members will no longer pay premiums for individual TRICARE Reserve Select healthcare coverage.
  • A uniform premium for TRICARE Reserve Select family coverage will be introduced, set at 28% of the actual cost.
  • Reservists will gain access to no-premium dental plans.
  • Healthcare access under TRICARE is improved for certain retired service members under 60 receiving non-regular service retired pay.
  • Civilian healthcare providers will use new forms to assess reservists' medical and dental readiness.

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. Kim, Andy [D-NJ-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

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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