LIHEAP Staffing Support Act

House Bill

H.R. 3876

119th Congress

LIHEAP Staffing Support Act

In Committee

Introduced:Sep 2, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Josh Gottheimer

Representative

Democratic

NJ-5

Cosponsors

58

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Health

Summary

This bill would allow Medicare to cover the cost of genetic counseling services provided by licensed genetic counselors. This would make it easier for Medicare recipients to access this type of healthcare, which can help identify and manage genetic health risks.

Latest Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

This bill would allow Medicare to cover the cost of genetic counseling services provided by licensed genetic counselors. This would make it easier for Medicare recipients to access this type of healthcare, which can help identify and manage genetic health risks.

Last updated: 12/30/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

Access to Genetic Counselor Services Act of 2023 This bill provides for coverage under Medicare of genetic counseling services that are furnished by genetic counselors. Covered services include those services, as well as incidental services and supplies, that would otherwise be covered under Medicare if provided by a physician.

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Allows Medicare to cover genetic counseling services provided by licensed genetic counselors
Genetic counseling can help identify and manage genetic health risks
Makes it easier for Medicare recipients to access this type of healthcare

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

If this bill becomes law, it would benefit Medicare recipients who need or could benefit from genetic counseling services. This could improve healthcare outcomes for older Americans by helping them understand and address their genetic health risks. Genetic counselors would also see increased demand and access to the Medicare market.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Health

Related Subjects

Genetics

Health care coverage and access

Health programs administration and funding

Medical tests and diagnostic methods

Medicare

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

3876, 119th Congress (2025). "LIHEAP Staffing Support Act". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hr-3876