Expanded Telehealth Access Act

Senate Bill

S. 3834

119th Congress

Expanded Telehealth Access Act

In Committee

Introduced:Feb 11, 2026

Primary Sponsor

Sponsor information unavailable

Cosponsors

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Quick Stats

Summary

This bill would expand access to telehealth services, which are medical appointments conducted remotely through video calls, phone calls, or other technology. Based on the title, it likely makes it easier for patients to receive healthcare from their homes by removing certain restrictions or expanding coverage for remote medical services.

Latest Action

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.

Introduced2/11/2026

StatusRead twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.

ChamberSenate

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Expanded Telehealth Access Act

This bill would expand access to telehealth services, which are medical appointments conducted remotely through video calls, phone calls, or other technology. Based on the title, it likely makes it easier for patients to receive healthcare from their homes by

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This bill would expand access to telehealth services, which are medical appointments conducted remotely through video calls, phone calls, or other technology. Based on the title, it likely makes it easier for patients to receive healthcare from their homes by removing certain restrictions or expanding coverage for remote medical services.

Bill Number: 3834
Introduced: 2/11/2026
Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.

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Fact Sheet

Title: Expanded Telehealth Access Act
Bill Number: 3834
Sponsor: No sponsor
Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Introduced: 2/11/2026
Summary: This bill would expand access to telehealth services, which are medical appointments conducted remotely through video calls, phone calls, or other technology. Based on the title, it likely makes it easier for patients to receive healthcare from their homes by removing certain restrictions or expandi

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

This bill would expand access to telehealth services, which are medical appointments conducted remotely through video calls, phone calls, or other technology. Based on the title, it likely makes it easier for patients to receive healthcare from their homes by removing certain restrictions or expanding coverage for remote medical services.

Last updated: 2/27/2026

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

The bill aims to increase access to telehealth, which allows patients to see doctors remotely using technology instead of in-person visits.
It has been introduced in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Finance for review.
The bill likely addresses insurance coverage, payment rules, or eligibility requirements for telehealth services.
Expanded telehealth access could make healthcare more convenient for people in rural areas or those with transportation challenges.

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

This bill would primarily affect patients who use or want to use remote healthcare services, as well as doctors and healthcare providers who offer telehealth appointments. It could particularly benefit people living in rural areas with limited access to medical facilities, individuals with mobility issues, and those who find it difficult to take time off work for in-person appointments.

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Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

3834, 119th Congress (2026). "Expanded Telehealth Access Act". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-s-3834

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