S. 596
SenateTreat and Reduce Obesity Act of 2021
Sponsor: Sen. Thomas Carper (D-DE)
The bill has been introduced and is awaiting committee action.
In brief
This 117th Congress bill sought to expand Medicare coverage for obesity treatment, including medications and behavioral therapy. It focused on allowing registered dietitians and other qualified health professionals to provide intensive behavioral counseling for beneficiaries with a high body mass index. The bill aimed to reduce the prevalence of obesity-related chronic conditions through earlier clinical intervention. Although from a previous Congress, it remains a frequently viewed item on Congress.gov.
Timeline
Every recorded action, oldest first.
February 13, 2025 · Senate
Introduced
Introduced in the Senate to create a program supporting regional meat and poultry processing capacity.
Next: Referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
SourceJune 21, 2026 · Senate
Introduced
Expanded Medicare coverage for obesity treatments in the 117th Congress. It was the ninth most-viewed bill for the week of June 21, 2026.
Next: Legislation expired with the conclusion of the 117th Congress.
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