Bill · H.R. 10414· House(119-HR-10414)
Community Health Worker Access Act
- Introduced
- 9/16/2026
- Last activity
- 9/16/2026 — Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, 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.
- Sponsored by
- Alma Adams
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The bill, known as the Community Health Worker Access Act, amends the Social Security Act to increase access to community health services under both Medicare and Medicaid programs. It adds coverage for community health services under Medicare Part B starting on January 1, 2027. The legislation provides clear definitions for community health services, applicable providers, and community health agencies. Additionally, it gives states a Medicaid option to support the community health workforce starting on January 1, 2027. The bill also establishes payment amounts, waives deductibles for Medicare community health services, and provides an increased Federal medical assistance percentage for states participating in the Medicaid option.
Yes· 3 of 17
Does this make health care easier to get in general?+7
The legislation significantly expands access to preventive care and social determinants of health services under Medicare and Medicaid.
Would people over 65 be better off under this?+6
The bill expands Medicare Part B coverage to include community health services and waives associated deductibles for seniors.
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+6
The legislation provides a Medicaid option to support community health workers and address social determinants of health for low-income populations.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Section 2 adds coverage for community health services under Medicare Part B, which can help individuals receive preventive care, chronic condition support, and help with social determinants of health.
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Section 2 waives the Medicare deductible for community health services, ensuring that patients do not have to pay that specific out-of-pocket cost to access these services.
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Section 3 provides states with a Medicaid option to support community health workers, promotoras, and community health representatives, which can help individuals access local health and social support services.
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Section 3 increases the Federal medical assistance percentage by 6 percentage points for states that spend money on medical assistance for preventive and social determinant services furnished by these workers, which can encourage states to fund these programs for the people.
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Section 2 ensures that community health agencies employ workers who share lived experiences with the community and provide market wage compensation, professional development, and safe work practices.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- The provided text does not contain any specific provisions outlining potential negative impacts or burdens for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Low Income Households+6Good For Retirees+6Good For Seniors+6Good For Hispanic Americans+5Good For African Americans+4Good For Immigrants+4Good For Native Americans+4Good For Rural Residents+4
- Healthcare
- Improves Healthcare Access+7Increases Medicaid Funding+6Increases Medicare Funding+6Improves Mental Health Access+5Improves Opioid Crisis Response+4
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Poverty Reduction+4Improves Racial Equity+4Reduces Homelessness+3
- Economy And Finance
- Increases Job Creation+5
- 9/16/2026
- Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, 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.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
One bill Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
Raul RuizDemocrat · California