Bill · H.R. 7713· House(119-HR-7713)
Combating Deceptive Practices in Assistance Programs Act of 2026
- Introduced
- 2/25/2026
- Last activity
- 2/25/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- Sponsored by
- David Schweikert
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, titled the "Combating Deceptive Practices in Assistance Programs Act of 2026," seeks to amend title XIX of the Social Security Act. The primary goal is to ensure the appropriate availability of personal care services under the Medicaid program. It proposes a change to how individuals qualify for these services. Specifically, it adds a requirement regarding an individual's ability to perform daily activities. These changes would take effect for medical assistance furnished on or after January 12, 2027.
Yes
No question was scored yes.
The opposite· 3 of 7
Would people with disabilities be better off under this?-4
The requirement to fail at three or more activities of daily living serves as a stricter barrier to receiving personal care services.
Does this expand the rights of people with disabilities?-4
The new eligibility threshold may exclude people with disabilities who require assistance but cannot meet the three-activity requirement.
Would people over 65 be better off under this?-3
Seniors who rely on Medicaid for personal care may face stricter eligibility due to the new activities of daily living requirement.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Access to Personal Care Services: By amending section 1905(a)(24) of the Social Security Act, the bill aims to ensure the appropriate availability of personal care services under the Medicaid program (Section 2(a)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- New Eligibility Requirement: The bill introduces a specific requirement that an individual must be unable to perform 3 or more activities of daily living to qualify for certain services (Section 2(a)).
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 People With Disabilities-4Good For Low Income Households-3Good For Seniors-3
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Disability Rights-4Improves Poverty Reduction-2
- Healthcare
- Improves Healthcare Access-3Increases Medicaid Funding-2
- 2/25/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- Introduced in House