Bills About Health Sponsored by Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.)

Sen. Baldwin sponsored 67 bills about health in the 115th Congress (2017-18).

Introduced	Number	Title	Cosponsors	Cosponsor Party	Latest Action
Sept. 10, 2020	S.4557	A bill to support efforts to provide intensive, individualized assistance for enrolling in health care coverage.	7	All Democrats	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
March 23, 2020	S.3570	A bill to provide for the expedited procurement of equipment needed to combat COVID-19 under the Defense Production Act of 1950.	18	All Democrats	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
July 10, 2019	S.2080	A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to increase the number of permanent faculty in palliative care at accredited allopathic and osteopathic medical schools, nursing schools, social work schools, and other programs, including physician assistant education programs, to promote education and research in palliative care and hospice, and to support the development of faculty careers in academic palliative medicine.	58	Bipartisan	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
June 19, 2019	S.1905	A bill to amend the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act to provide for additional requirements with respect to the navigator program, and for other purposes.	21	Bipartisan	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
June 18, 2019	S.1880	A bill to support the provision of treatment family care services, and for other purposes.	5	Bipartisan	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
May 21, 2019	S.1556	A bill to provide that the rule entitled "Short-Term, Limited Duration Insurance" shall have no force or effect.	46	Bipartisan	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
May 9, 2019	S.1391	A bill to require reporting regarding certain drug price increases, and for other purposes.	7	Bipartisan	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
April 30, 2019	S.RES.175	A resolution supporting increased awareness of sepsis and the importance of early diagnosis and appropriate intervention.	1	All Republicans	Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S2523)
April 3, 2019	S.1009	A bill to establish a demonstration program to explore effective practices to improve early detection and management of injuries indicative of potential abuse in infants under the age of 7 months, in order to prevent future cases of child abuse and related fatalities.	1	All Republicans	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
March 14, 2019	S.792	A bill to require enforcement against misbranded milk alternatives.	8	Bipartisan	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Feb. 26, 2019	S.560	A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act, the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, and the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to require that group and individual health insurance coverage and group health plans provide coverage for treatment of a congenital anomaly or birth defect.	53	Bipartisan	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Aug. 28, 2018	S.J.RES.63	A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Secretary of the Treasury, Secretary of Labor, and Secretary of Health and Human Services relating to "Short-Term, Limited Duration Insurance".	47	Bipartisan	Failed of passage in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 50 - 50. Record Vote Number: 226.
Aug. 23, 2018	S.3369	A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act, the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, and the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to require that group and individual health insurance coverage and group health plans provide coverage for treatment of a congenital anomaly or birth defect.	7	Bipartisan	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
April 24, 2018	S.2739	A bill to increase the authority of the Secretary of Health and Human Services to restrict the entrance of illicit drugs into the United States.	3	Bipartisan	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
March 5, 2018	S.2494	A bill to provide standards for short-term limited duration health insurance policies.	20	Bipartisan	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Feb. 15, 2018	S.2437	A bill to reauthorize and improve the 21st Century Cures opioid grant program.	15	Bipartisan	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
July 20, 2017	S.RES.226	A resolution designating the week of July 17 through July 21, 2017, as "National Ectodermal Dysplasias Week" and supporting the goals and ideals of National Ectodermal Dysplasias Week to raise awareness and understanding of ectodermal dysplasias.	0		Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S4118-4119)
June 14, 2017	S.1357	A bill to amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to provide a standard definition of therapeutic family care services in Medicaid.	9	Bipartisan	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
May 16, 2017	S.1131	A bill to require reporting regarding certain drug price increases, and for other purposes.	1	All Republicans	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
March 30, 2017	S.783	A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to distribute maternity care health professionals to health professional shortage areas identified as in need of maternity care health services.	16	Bipartisan	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
March 22, 2017	S.693	A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to increase the number of permanent faculty in palliative care at accredited allopathic and osteopathic medical schools, nursing schools, social work schools, and other programs, including physician assistant education programs, to promote education and research in palliative care and hospice, and to support the development of faculty careers in academic palliative medicine.	56	Bipartisan	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Jan. 12, 2017	S.130	A bill to require enforcement against misbranded milk alternatives.	8	Bipartisan	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Sept. 15, 2016	S.3335	A bill to require reporting regarding certain drug price increases, and for other purposes.	3	Bipartisan	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
April 5, 2016	S.2748	A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to increase the number of permanent faculty in palliative care at accredited allopathic and osteopathic medical schools, nursing schools, social work schools, and other programs, including physician assistant education programs, to promote education and research in palliative care and hospice, and to support the development of faculty careers in academic palliative medicine.	20	Bipartisan	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Sept. 9, 2015	S.2014	A bill to demonstrate a commitment to our Nation's scientists by increasing opportunities for the development of our next generation of researchers.	2	All Republicans	Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 410.
Jan. 12, 2016	S.2443	A bill to support the establishment of a Standards Coordinating Body in Regenerative Medicine and Advanced Therapies.	0		Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Sept. 29, 2015	S.2097	A bill to amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to provide for payment for Medicaid services furnished by Ryan White part C grantees under a cost-based prospective payment system.	1	All Democrats	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
March 9, 2015	S.679	A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to increase access to Medicare data.	2	Bipartisan	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Feb. 10, 2015	S.429	A bill to amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to provide a standard definition of therapeutic foster care services in Medicaid.	16	Bipartisan	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Jan. 29, 2015	S.RES.56	A resolution designating January 2015 as "National Blood Donor Month".	1	All Democrats	Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S660)
Nov. 20, 2014	S.2966	A bill to improve the understanding and coordination of critical care health services.	2	Bipartisan	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Feb. 4, 2014	S.1992	A bill to amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to provide a standard definition of therapeutic foster care services in Medicaid.	5	Bipartisan	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Jan. 29, 2014	S.CON.RES.31	A concurrent resolution designating January 2014 as "National Blood Donor Month".	2	Bipartisan	Held at the desk.
Nov. 21, 2013	S.1758	A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to increase access to Medicare data.	2	Bipartisan	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Sept. 26, 2013	S.1552	A bill to demonstrate a commitment to our Nation's scientists by increasing opportunities for the development of our next generation of researchers.	0		Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Sept. 13, 2012	H.R.6392	To amend part D of title XVIII of the Social Security Act to permit the Secretary of Health and Human Services to negotiate covered part D drug prices, and for other purposes.	2	All Democrats	Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
April 1, 2011	H.R.1311	To provide for the coverage of medically necessary food under Federal health programs and private health insurance.	19	Bipartisan	Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
April 8, 2011	H.R.1448	To amend the Public Health Service Act with respect to eating disorders, and for other purposes.	28	All Democrats	Referred to the Subcommittee on Federal Workforce, U.S. Postal Service, and Labor Policy .
March 9, 2011	H.R.971	To improve the understanding and coordination of critical care health services.	4	Bipartisan	Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Sept. 29, 2010	H.R.6306	To improve the understanding and coordination of critical care health services.	0		Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Sept. 14, 2010	H.R.6109	To amend the Public Health Service Act to require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to ensure that each HHS health service program or HHS health survey provides, to the extent the Secretary determines appropriate and practicable, for the voluntary collection of data on the sexual orientation and gender identity of individuals who apply for or receive health services through such program, or who respond to such survey.	3	All Democrats	Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
April 29, 2010	H.RES.1309	Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that there is need for further study of the Functional Gastrointestinal Disorder (FGID) Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).	10	Bipartisan	Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
March 24, 2010	H.R.4926	To provide for the coverage of medically necessary food under Federal health programs and private health insurance.	29	Bipartisan	Referred to the Subcommittee on Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions.
March 9, 2010	H.R.4787	To amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to improve and protect rehabilitative services and case management services provided under Medicaid to improve the health and welfare of the nation's most vulnerable seniors and children.	26	Bipartisan	Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
March 3, 2010	H.CON.RES.246	Supporting the goals and ideals of World Glaucoma Day.	6	Bipartisan	Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Dec. 10, 2009	H.R.4263	To amend the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 to extend for 1 year the period of temporary increase in the Medicaid FMAP.	21	All Democrats	Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Sept. 29, 2009	H.R.3665	To amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to provide for payment for Medicaid services furnished by Ryan White part C grantees under a cost-based prospective payment system.	5	All Democrats	Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
June 23, 2009	H.R.3001	To address the health disparities experienced by lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender Americans, to eliminate the barriers they face in accessing quality health care, and to ensure that good health and well-being is accessible to all.	24	All Democrats	Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
July 10, 2009	H.R.3172	To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for advanced illness care management services for Medicare beneficiaries, and for other purposes.	1	All Democrats	Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
April 27, 2009	H.RES.366	Recognizing the 40th anniversary of the National Eye Institute (NEI) and expressing support for designation of 2010 through 2020 as the "Decade of Vision".	114	Bipartisan	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
April 21, 2009	H.CON.RES.100	Expressing the support of the Congress regarding the need to facilitate State innovation in national health care reform.	14	Bipartisan	Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
March 24, 2009	H.CON.RES.78	Expressing the support of the Congress regarding the need to facilitate State innovation in national health care reform.	14	Bipartisan	Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Jan. 8, 2009	H.R.307	To enhance and further research into paralysis and to improve rehabilitation and the quality of life for persons living with paralysis and other physical disabilities, and for other purposes.	9	Bipartisan	Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 15.
Feb. 23, 2009	H.R.1117	To amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to establish a State plan option under Medicaid to provide an all-inclusive program of care for children who are medically fragile or have one or more chronic conditions that impede their ability to function.	5	Bipartisan	Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Feb. 3, 2009	H.R.805	To amend the Public Health Service Act to improve the Nation's surveillance and reporting for diseases and conditions, and for other purposes.	9	Bipartisan	Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Sept. 26, 2008	H.R.7130	To amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to establish a State plan option under Medicaid to provide an all-inclusive program of care for children who are medically fragile or have one or more chronic conditions that impede their ability to function.	5	Bipartisan	Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
May 21, 2008	H.RES.1217	Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the prevention of mental disorders and substance abuse among children, youth, and young adults, and the promotion of mental health and wellness among these populations, should be a public health priority.	17	Bipartisan	Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Feb. 28, 2007	H.R.1232	To establish a competitive grant program to build capacity in veterinary medical education and expand the workforce of veterinarians engaged in public health practice and biomedical research.	97	Bipartisan	Subcommittee Hearings Held.
March 28, 2007	H.R.1727	To enhance and further research into paralysis and to improve rehabilitation and the quality of life for persons living with paralysis and other physical disabilities, and for other purposes.	68	Bipartisan	Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
June 6, 2007	H.R.2581	To amend titles XIX and XXI of the Social Security Act to permit States to expand coverage for children between 19 and 25 years of age under Medicaid and under the State child health insurance program (SCHIP).	5	All Democrats	Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Feb. 16, 2007	H.R.1132	To amend the Public Health Service Act to provide waivers relating to grants for preventive health measures with respect to breast and cervical cancers.	67	Bipartisan	Became Public Law No: 110-18.
Jan. 17, 2007	H.R.506	To provide for innovation in health care through State initiatives that expand coverage and access.	80	Bipartisan	Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
July 24, 2006	H.R.5864	To provide for innovation in health care through State initiatives that expand coverage and access.	37	Bipartisan	Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
May 5, 2005	H.R.2133	To guarantee for all Americans quality, affordable, and comprehensive health insurance coverage.	19	All Democrats	Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1908)
May 11, 2004	H.R.4325	To guarantee for all Americans quality, affordable, and comprehensive health insurance coverage.	15	All Democrats	Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
July 26, 2002	H.R.5269	To guarantee for all Americans quality, affordable, and comprehensive health insurance coverage.	1	All Democrats	Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Nov. 16, 2001	H.R.3317	To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage under the Medicare Program of self-administered drugs that, when used as a replacement for covered drugs, result in overall cost savings to the program.	17	All Democrats	Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

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