Bill · H.R. 8355· House(119-HR-8355)
Accountable Produce is Medicine Act of 2026
- Introduced
- 4/16/2026
- Last activity
- 4/16/2026 — 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
- Lloyd Smucker
- Cosponsors
- - 3 - 2
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The Accountable Produce is Medicine Act of 2026 directs the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation to test a specific bundled payment model. This model aims to reduce chronic diseases by providing patients with healthy, nutrient-dense foods and related health services. The Secretary will select at least five eligible programs to participate in this model for at least two years. Participating programs will provide services such as health risk assessments, care coordination, and nutrition counseling. These services are intended for individuals with specific chronic conditions living in underserved or rural areas. The model is intended to be carried out for a period of at least five years.
Yes· 3 of 11
Does this make health care easier to get in general?+7
The bill expands access to nutrient-dense foods, care coordination, and telehealth for individuals with chronic conditions.
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+6
The bill targets underserved areas and provides essential nutrition and health services without copayments or deductibles.
Would people in rural areas be better off under this?+6
The bill specifically targets individuals living in rural areas for chronic disease management through food-based interventions.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Access to Healthy Foods: The bill provides for the delivery of nutrient-dense foods, such as fruits, vegetables, nuts, and whole grains, to eligible individuals (Section 3, subsection (h)(2)(B) and (3)(B)(vi)).
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Comprehensive Health Support: Beyond just food, the model includes personalized prevention plans, care coordination, telehealth, and lifestyle modification programs like exercise and nutrition counseling (Section s, subsection (h)(3)(B)).
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Elimination of Out-of-Pocket Costs: For those participating in the model, these services are provided without the burden of deductibles, copayments, or coinsurance (Section 3, subsection (h)(4)(B)).
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Targeted Care for High-Risk Groups: The bill focuses on helping people with chronic conditions like diabetes, obesity, and cardiovascular disease, particularly those in rural or medically underserved areas (Section 3, subsection (h)(6)(A)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Risk of Disenrollment: Individuals may lose access to these services if a program determines they are not adequately engaging with the program or are not following the required program rules (Section 3, subsection (h)(3)(D)).
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Requirement for Frequent Monitoring: Participants must undergo regular health evaluations, including quarterly measurements of weight, blood pressure, and blood glucose (Section 3, subsection (h)(3)(C)(iii)).
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 Rural Residents+6Good For Seniors+5
- Healthcare
- Improves Healthcare Access+7Increases Medicaid Funding+4Increases Medicare Funding+4
- Economy And Finance
- Reduces Government Spending+3Increases Job Creation+2
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Poverty Reduction+3
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Environmental Protections+2
- Education And Technology
- Increases Scientific Research Funding+1
- 6/3/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 5/19/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 5/12/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/30/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/16/2026
- 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.
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