Bill119th Congress

H.R. 6951

Stop Unfair Medicaid Recoveries Act

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Introduced
Jan 6, 2026
Origin Chamber
House
Policy Area
Health
Latest Action
Jan 6, 2026

Sponsor

Rep. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9]

Democrat·IL-9
Bioguide ID: S001145
First Name: Janice
Middle Name: D.
Last Name: Schakowsky
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Bill Details

Update Date
Mar 17, 2026
Origin Chamber
House
Bill Type
HR
Bill Number
6,951
Congress
119
Introduced Date
Jan 6, 2026
Policy Area
Health
Is Law
No
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Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Source: House floor actions

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Introduced in House

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Introduced in House

Source: Library of Congress

Introduced in House· Jan 6, 20260

Stop Unfair Medicaid Recoveries Act 

This bill prohibits state Medicaid programs from using estate recovery to recoup the costs of benefits. States must withdraw property liens within 90 days of the bill's enactment and notify affected individuals of the withdrawals.

Energy and Commerce Committee

House· Standing

Introduced in House

Jan 6, 2026