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BillHR 8865 · 119

Protecting Taxpayers from Fraudulent Providers Act of 2026

Introduced
May 15, 2026
Cosponsors
0
Traction
0
Last Action
May 15, 2026

Bill Summary

Requires healthcare providers to verify their identities and credentials to prevent fraudulent billing, and establishes procedures to detect and prevent fraudulent activities. Funds will be allocated to support these efforts.

Sponsored By

Pete Stauber
Republican · Minnesota · House

Bill Journey

  1. May 15, 2026
  3. May 15, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects healthcare providers, who will need to comply with new verification procedures, and taxpayers, who may see a reduction in fraudulent healthcare claims and associated costs. It also impacts patients, who may experience increased confidence in the integrity of the healthcare system.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
1backer
  • Republican1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicMoney & Economy
CommitteeCommittee on Energy and Commerce
IntroducedMay 15, 2026
Last UpdatedMay 15, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Subjects
  • Economy

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.