What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 485.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-01-24.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/hr485/BILLS-118hr485rfs.htm

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: https://clerk.house.gov/evs/2024/roll040.xml

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. McMorris Rodgers, Cathy [R-WA-5].

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Analysis and Potential Impact of HR 485

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

Q: 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.

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

For 211

Against 208

Abstain 0

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Additional Information

Protecting Health Care for All Patients Act of 2023

Print number: 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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