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H. R. 8823

House

Putting Patients First by Strengthening Provider Accountability in FECA Act

Passed the House

The House of Representatives has passed this bill. It now moves to the Senate.

In brief

This legislation amends the Federal Employees' Compensation Act to strengthen provider accountability requirements for medical services provided to injured federal workers. It establishes new reporting standards and oversight mechanisms to ensure providers meet specific quality and cost criteria. The bill applies to healthcare providers nationwide who treat federal employees under the program and takes effect following the implementation of new Department of Labor regulations. The bill was introduced by a member of the House and passed the chamber on a bipartisan vote.

Votes recorded

Tallies as reported by the House Clerk and the Senate. Individual member votes are available on the linked source page.

Timeline

Every recorded action, oldest first.

  1. July 20, 2026 · House

    Passed the House

    The House passed a bill to strengthen provider accountability under the Federal Employees' Compensation Act by a vote of 396-0.

    Passed 396-0

    Next: Awaits action in the Senate.

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