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Annual Study on State Healthcare Competition, Mergers, and Consumer Choice.

This law mandates a 10-year annual study by the Department of Health and Human Services to measure competition and consolidation within state healthcare markets. The goal is to collect and publicly release data on hospital mergers, doctor licensing rules, and the availability of alternative insurance plans. This transparency will help citizens and policymakers understand the factors driving healthcare costs and access in their state.
Key points
Establishes a 10-year requirement for an annual study measuring competition and consolidation (mergers) in state healthcare sectors.
The study will analyze data on licensing requirements for medical professionals and state laws regulating new facility construction.
All collected data on competition, hospital mergers, and insurance availability must be published annually and made publicly accessible and interactive.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_3017
Sponsor: Rep. Spartz, Victoria [R-IN-5]
Process start date: 2025-04-24
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Measuring State Healthcare Freedom Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_3017.

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 2025-04-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes a 10-year requirement for an annual study measuring competition and consolidation (mergers) in state healthcare sectors.
  • The study will analyze data on licensing requirements for medical professionals and state laws regulating new facility construction.
  • All collected data on competition, hospital mergers, and insurance availability must be published annually and made publicly accessible and interactive.
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. Spartz, Victoria [R-IN-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

CATEGORIES

Health Economy