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Congress and Staff Healthcare: VA Only from 2027

Starting January 3, 2027, Members of Congress and their staff will receive healthcare solely through the Department of Veterans Affairs, as if they were veterans. This means they will no longer be covered by the Federal Health Benefits Program or health care exchanges. The change aims to standardize healthcare access for these groups.
Key points
Members of Congress and staff will receive healthcare only through the Department of Veterans Affairs starting in 2027.
They will no longer be covered by existing federal health programs or exchanges.
The VA must prepare an implementation plan for these changes by September 2025.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_149
Sponsor: Rep. Davidson, Warren [R-OH-8]
Process start date: 2025-01-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Lead by Example Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_149.

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 2025-01-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Members of Congress and staff will receive healthcare only through the Department of Veterans Affairs starting in 2027.
  • They will no longer be covered by existing federal health programs or exchanges.
  • The VA must prepare an implementation plan for these changes by September 2025.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Davidson, Warren [R-OH-8].

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 2025-12-22.

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