H.R. 7713 — Introduced in House

I 119th CONGRESS 2d Session H. R. 7713 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 25, 2026Mr. Schweikert introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce A BILL To amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to ensure the appropriate availability of personal care services under the Medicaid program. 1. Short title This Act may be cited as the Combating Deceptive Practices in Assistance Programs Act of 2026. 2. Ensuring the appropriate availability of personal care services under the Medicaid program (a) In general Section 1905(a)(24) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1396d(a)(24)) is amended by inserting who is unable to perform 3 or more activities of daily living (as defined in section 7702B(c)(2)(B) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986) and after to an individual. (b) Effective date The amendment made by this section shall apply with respect to medical assistance furnished on or after January 12, 2027.