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Banning QALYs: Protecting Healthcare Access for Elderly and Disabled Patients.

This law prohibits the use of Quality-Adjusted Life Years (QALYs) and similar metrics in all Federal healthcare programs, including Medicare and Medicaid. The goal is to prevent coverage and payment decisions from discriminating against elderly, disabled, or terminally ill individuals based on their perceived life value. These protections will take effect starting January 1, 2025.
Key points
Federal health programs, including state-run Medicaid and private Medicare Advantage plans, are banned from using QALYs to determine treatment coverage or reimbursement rates.
It is now illegal to value extending the life of an elderly or disabled person lower than extending the life of a younger, non-disabled person.
The funding structure for the Prevention and Public Health Fund is adjusted for fiscal years 2024 through 2029.
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VOTING RESULTS
2024-02-07
50%
For 211
Against 208
Abstain 0
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Expired
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No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_485
Sponsor: Rep. McMorris Rodgers, Cathy [R-WA-5]
Process start date: 2023-01-24
Voting date: 2024-02-07
Meeting no: 2
Voting no: 40
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Protecting Health Care for All Patients Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_485.

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 2023-01-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal health programs, including state-run Medicaid and private Medicare Advantage plans, are banned from using QALYs to determine treatment coverage or reimbursement rates.
  • It is now illegal to value extending the life of an elderly or disabled person lower than extending the life of a younger, non-disabled person.
  • The funding structure for the Prevention and Public Health Fund is adjusted for fiscal years 2024 through 2029.
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

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. McMorris Rodgers, Cathy [R-WA-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 2025-12-30.

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