Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services of the Department of Health and Human Services relating to "Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, HHS Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters for 2027; and Basic Health Program".
- Bill Number
- H.J.Res. 197
- Origin Chamber
- House
- Congress
- 119th Congress, Session 2
- Policy Area
- Health
- Status
- Introduced
- Latest Action
- 2026-06-18: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- Last Updated
- 2026-06-29T19:59:12Z
AI-Generated Summary
Purpose
This joint resolution expresses congressional disapproval of a specific administrative rule issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) within the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). It aims to prevent the rule from taking effect, using authority under the Congressional Review Act.
Key Provisions
- Disapproves the rule titled "Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, HHS Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters for 2027; and Basic Health Program" (published at 91 Fed. Reg. 29526 on May 20, 2026).
- Declares that the rule shall have no force or effect.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
- Invokes the Congressional Review Act (chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code) to nullify an agency-issued regulation, overriding the normal regulatory process for this particular rule on Affordable Care Act (ACA) benefit and payment parameters and the Basic Health Program.
- Prevents implementation of updates related to ACA marketplace standards, payment mechanisms, and state Basic Health Programs for the 2027 plan year.
Potential Impacts
- Government agencies: Blocks CMS and HHS from enforcing the disapproved provisions, requiring the agencies to operate without these 2027 updates.
- Citizens: Affects individuals and families enrolled in ACA marketplaces or state Basic Health Programs by maintaining the prior regulatory framework for benefits, payments, and program operations.
- International relations: No direct effects identified.
Main Stakeholders Affected
- CMS and HHS as the issuing agencies.
- Health insurance issuers and providers participating in ACA marketplaces.
- States operating Basic Health Programs.
- Individuals and families relying on ACA coverage or related programs.
Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications
- Represents an exercise of Congress's oversight power under the Congressional Review Act to review and reject executive branch regulations.
- Could lead to legal challenges regarding the scope of the disapproval or the status of related ACA provisions.
- Highlights separation of powers dynamics between Congress and federal agencies in health policy administration.
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Sponsor
Cosponsors (15)
Rep. Suozzi, Thomas R. [D-NY-3], Rep. Clarke, Yvette D. [D-NY-9], Rep. Trahan, Lori [D-MA-3], Rep. Tonko, Paul [D-NY-20], Rep. Larson, John B. [D-CT-1], Rep. Davis, Danny K. [D-IL-7], Rep. Moore, Gwen [D-WI-4], Rep. Thompson, Mike [D-CA-4], Rep. Matsui, Doris O. [D-CA-7], Rep. Cohen, Steve [D-TN-9], Rep. McClellan, Jennifer L. [D-VA-4], Rep. Moulton, Seth [D-MA-6], Rep. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9], Rep. Wasserman Schultz, Debbie [D-FL-25], Rep. Schneider, Bradley Scott [D-IL-10]
Recent Actions
- 2026-06-18: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- 2026-06-18: Introduced in House
- 2026-06-18: Introduced in House
Bill Versions
- Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services of the Department of Health and Human Services relating to "Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, HHS Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters for 2027; and Basic Health Program". — issued 2026-06-18 — PDF (2 pages)