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Medical Records Access Fairness Act of 2026

This bill allows individuals to obtain copies of their health records for free in most cases. It aims to remove financial barriers for patients seeking to access and manage their own medical information.
Key points
Patients can obtain copies of their medical records at no cost.
Fees may only be charged for duplicate requests made within the same calendar year.
Providers can charge for paper copies if they already provide free electronic access via an online portal.
Healthcare providers must transfer records to other doctors upon the patient's request.
The right to free copies does not apply to a patient's attorney.
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Status:
Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_7790
Sponsor: Rep. Foster, Bill [D-IL-11]
Process start date: 2026-03-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Medical Records Access Fairness Act of 2026

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_7790.

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 2026-03-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Patients can obtain copies of their medical records at no cost.
  • Fees may only be charged for duplicate requests made within the same calendar year.
  • Providers can charge for paper copies if they already provide free electronic access via an online portal.
  • Healthcare providers must transfer records to other doctors upon the patient's request.
  • The right to free copies does not apply to a patient's attorney.
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. Foster, Bill [D-IL-11].

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 2026-03-22.

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