H.R. 9488 · 119th Congress · pending
Health Disparity Zones Act of 2026
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, 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.
Latest official action 2026-06-25 · Referred
The bill, briefly
Health Disparity Zones Act of 2026 This bill provides for the designation of Health Disparity Zones in certain geographic areas with documented and measurable health disparities. This designation, which expires 10 fiscal years after the bill's enactment, confers eligibility for certain grants, student loan repayment programs, and tax credits for those working to reduce health disparities and improve health outcomes in these zones. Specifically, community-based nonprofits or local government agencies, in coalition with health care providers, social service organizations, and others, may apply to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for the designation. The application must include a plan to reduce health disparities and achieve other outcomes. In implementing the program, HHS must consult with, among others, the Department of Housing and Urban Development. When approving applications, HHS shall consider factors including geographic diversity and the commitment of supporting funds from the private sector. HHS (1) may award grants to organizations or agencies that applied for the designation to support activities aligned with their plans, and (2) must carry out a student loan repayment program for health care providers who agree to provide services in a Health Disparity Zone. In addition, the bill establishes tax credits for employers that hire, and individuals who wo…
Congressional Research Service · 2026-06-25
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Politicians behind the bill
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PAC donors to the listed sponsors
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HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL INC. TECHNOLOGIES PUBLIC AFFAIRS COUNCIL (HONPAC)$6,500
Shri Thanedar · Sponsor · $6,500
Official PAC recordAMERIPAC: THE FUND FOR A GREATER AMERICA$5,000
Shri Thanedar · Sponsor · $5,000
Official PAC recordASIAN AMERICAN HOTEL OWNERS ASSOCIATION PAC (AAHOA PAC)$5,000
Shri Thanedar · Sponsor · $5,000
Official PAC recordCONGRESSIONAL PROGRESSIVE CAUCUS PAC$5,000
Shri Thanedar · Sponsor · $5,000
Official PAC recordGENERAL MOTORS COMPANY POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE (GM PAC)$5,000
Shri Thanedar · Sponsor · $5,000
Official PAC recordMACHINISTS NON PARTISAN POLITICAL LEAGUE OF THE INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF MACHINISTS & AEROSPACE WORKERS$5,000
Shri Thanedar · Sponsor · $5,000
Official PAC recordNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE$5,000
Shri Thanedar · Sponsor · $5,000
Official PAC recordAMERICAN ISRAEL PUBLIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE$4,994
Shri Thanedar · Sponsor · $4,994
Official PAC recordBAPS PUBLIC AFFAIRS, INC. POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE (BAPS PAC)$3,500
Shri Thanedar · Sponsor · $3,500
Official PAC recordAMERICAN ASSOCIATION FOR JUSTICE POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE (AAJ PAC)$2,500
Shri Thanedar · Sponsor · $2,500
Official PAC recordAMERICAN BANKERS ASSOCIATION PAC (BANKPAC)$2,500
Shri Thanedar · Sponsor · $2,500
Official PAC recordANIMAL WELLNESS ACTION PAC$2,500
Shri Thanedar · Sponsor · $2,500
Official PAC recordBUILD POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE OF THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF HOME BUILDERS (BUILDPAC)$2,500
Shri Thanedar · Sponsor · $2,500
Official PAC recordENGINEERS POLITICAL EDUCATION COMMITTEE (EPEC)/INTERNATIONAL UNION OF OPERATING ENGINEERS$2,500
Shri Thanedar · Sponsor · $2,500
Official PAC recordTHE FARM CREDIT COUNCIL POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE$2,500
Shri Thanedar · Sponsor · $2,500
Official PAC recordAMERICAN CHEMISTRY COUNCIL PAC$2,000
Shri Thanedar · Sponsor · $2,000
Official PAC recordDTE ENERGY COMPANY POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE$2,000
Shri Thanedar · Sponsor · $2,000
Official PAC recordGRIDIRON-PAC$2,000
Shri Thanedar · Sponsor · $2,000
Official PAC recordNEA FUND FOR CHILDREN AND PUBLIC EDUCATION$2,000
Shri Thanedar · Sponsor · $2,000
Official PAC recordMI CORN GROWERS ASSOCIATION PAC (MI CORN PAC)$1,500
Shri Thanedar · Sponsor · $1,500
Official PAC recordCAP-PAC SEPARATE SEGREGATED FUND OF THE NATIONAL COMMUNITY ACTION FOUNDATION INC$1,000
Shri Thanedar · Sponsor · $1,000
Official PAC recordGENERAL DYNAMICS CORPORATION POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE (GENERAL DYNAMICS EMPLOYEE PAC)$1,000
Shri Thanedar · Sponsor · $1,000
Official PAC recordIMPEACHMENT PAC$1,000
Shri Thanedar · Sponsor · $1,000
Official PAC recordSUSTAINABLE ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENT COALITION PAC (SEEC PAC)$1,000
Shri Thanedar · Sponsor · $1,000
Official PAC recordFRIENDS OF WAYNE STATE$500
Shri Thanedar · Sponsor · $500
Official PAC recordNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF CHAIN DRUG STORES, INC. POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE-$1,000
Shri Thanedar · Sponsor · -$1,000
Official PAC recordPIPEFITTERS LOCAL 636 POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE-$1,000
Shri Thanedar · Sponsor · -$1,000
Official PAC recordCOMMONWEALTH PAC-$1,500
Shri Thanedar · Sponsor · -$1,500
Official PAC recordLABORERS' INTERNATIONAL UNION OF NORTH AMERICA (LIUNA) PAC-$2,500
Shri Thanedar · Sponsor · -$2,500
Official PAC recordThe largest 40 donor totals appear here. Open each politician for their complete, paginated PAC donor list.
What happened after enactment?
This bill is not enacted. Post-enactment results do not apply yet.