Bill · H.R. 9877· House(119-HR-9877)

Health Equity and Accountability Act of 2026

Age: 54 years

California

Introduced: 7/22/2026
Last activity: 7/22/2026 — Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Ways and Means, Agriculture, Oversight and Government Reform, Education and Workforce, the Judiciary, the Budget, Veterans' Affairs, Natural Resources, Armed Services, Homeland Security, Financial Services, Transportation and Infrastructure, and Foreign Affairs, 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: Raul Ruiz
Cosponsors: - 26 - 0

Health

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

The Health Equity and Accountability Act of 2026 aims to improve the health and well-being of minority individuals in the United States. The bill focuses on strengthening health data collection, expanding access to culturally and linguistically appropriate health services, and diversifying the health care workforce. It also includes provisions to reduce barriers to health care access, improve health outcomes for women, children, and families, and address high-impact minority diseases. Additionally, the legislation seeks to improve mental health services, address social determinants of health, and protect civil rights in health care.

Yes· 3 of 97

Would children be better off under this?+10
The bill extensively benefits children through universal school meals, pediatric care, and trauma prevention.
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+10
The bill greatly benefits low-income households through Medicaid expansion, nutrition assistance, and poverty reduction.
Would Black Americans be better off under this?+10
The bill specifically targets racial health disparities, maternal mortality, and civil rights for Black Americans.

The opposite· 3 of 11

Does this reduce what the federal government spends?-6
The bill significantly increases government spending through new grant programs and appropriations.
Does this tighten control of the border?-5
The bill restricts immigration enforcement actions at sensitive locations and expands healthcare for noncitizens.
Does this reduce what the federal government owes?-4
The bill increases national spending and authorizations significantly across various health programs.