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Introduced
06/25/2025
06/25/2025
In Committee
06/25/2025
06/25/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
119th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To permit nurse practitioners and physician assistants to furnish necessary services, appliances, and supplies to individuals receiving medical benefits for illnesses.
AI Summary
This bill expands medical care authority for nurse practitioners and physician assistants under the Energy Employees Occupational Illness Compensation Program (EEOICP). Specifically, the bill amends existing law to allow nurse practitioners and physician assistants to prescribe, recommend, or order medical services, appliances, and supplies for individuals receiving medical benefits for work-related illnesses. These healthcare professionals must act within the scope of their practice under state law and follow regulations set by the President. The bill is designed to provide more flexibility in medical care for energy workers by enabling these advanced practice providers to directly order necessary medical resources, which was previously limited. By expanding the range of healthcare professionals who can provide comprehensive medical support, the bill aims to improve access to care and streamline medical treatment for workers in the energy sector who have developed work-related illnesses.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, 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. (on 06/25/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4122/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/hr4122/BILLS-119hr4122ih.pdf |
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