Greg Landsman (D-OH)
No-Cost Breast Examinations in Medicaid Act of 2026
A Democratic bill with 1 Democratic cosponsor · See the cosponsor
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, titled the "No-Cost Breast Examinations in Medicaid Act of 2026," seeks to amend title XIX of the Social Security Act. It requires that diagnostic and supplemental breast examinations be provided without cost sharing under the Medicaid program. The bill defines diagnostic and supplemental breast examinations according to National Comprehensive Cancer Network Guidelines. Additionally, it includes screening mammography assigned a grade of A or B by the United States Preventive Services Task Force as a mandatory benefit. These changes are set to take effect one year after the Act is enacted.
Yes· 3 of 14
- Scored +8
Would women be better off under this?
The bill directly improves women's health by ensuring access to essential breast cancer diagnostic and screening services.
- Scored +7
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?
The bill specifically benefits low-income households by providing essential health services through Medicaid without cost sharing.
- Scored +7
Does this make health care easier to get in general?
The bill improves access to essential breast cancer screenings and diagnostic examinations by removing financial barriers for Medicaid recipients.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Removal of financial barriers for essential exams: The bill requires that diagnostic breast examinations and supplemental breast examinations be furnished without cost sharing under Medicaid (Section 2(a)). This could benefit individuals by making medically necessary examinations, such as those using mammography, MRI, or ultrasound, more accessible.
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Coverage for high-quality screening: The bill includes screening mammography that has been assigned a grade of A or B by the United States Preventive Services Task Force as a mandatory benefit (Section 2(c)). This ensures that certain high-rated screening services are included in medical assistance.
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Targeted care for high-risk individuals: Supplemental breast examinations are defined to include those furnished based on personal or family medical history or additional factors that may increase the risk of breast cancer (Section 2(b)(2)). This provides specific coverage for those who may need extra screening due to their medical history.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Delayed implementation of benefits: The amendments and changes to the Medicaid program will not apply to medical assistance furnished until one year after the date the Act is enacted (Section 2(d)). This means people will have to wait for the new coverage and cost-sharing rules to take effect.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would women be better off under this? — The bill directly improves women's health by ensuring access to essential breast cancer diagnostic and screening services. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The bill specifically benefits low-income households by providing essential health services through Medicaid without cost sharing. Would people in middle age be better off under this? — The bill provides critical preventative screening services that are highly relevant to middle-aged demographics. Would retired people be better off under this? — The bill expands health benefits for those covered under the Medicaid program, which can include older adults. Would people over 65 be better off under this? — The bill provides expanded healthcare coverage for diagnostic and supplemental breast examinations. Would Black Americans be better off under this? — The bill helps mitigate healthcare disparities by providing cost-free access to critical cancer screenings for Medicaid recipients. Would Asian Americans be better off under this? — The bill helps mitigate healthcare disparities by providing cost-free access to critical cancer screenings for Medicaid recipients. Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this? — The bill helps mitigate healthcare disparities by providing cost-free access to critical cancer screenings for Medicaid recipients. Would Native Americans be better off under this? — The bill helps mitigate healthcare disparities by providing cost-free access to critical cancer screenings for Medicaid recipients. Would white Americans be better off under this? — The bill helps mitigate healthcare disparities by providing cost-free access to critical cancer screenings for Medicaid recipients.
- Healthcare
- Does this make health care easier to get in general? — The bill improves access to essential breast cancer screenings and diagnostic examinations by removing financial barriers for Medicaid recipients. Does this put more money into Medicaid, the health coverage for people on low incomes? — The bill expands Medicaid benefits by requiring diagnostic and supplemental breast examinations to be provided without cost sharing.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this narrow the gap between how men and women are treated? — The bill addresses gender-specific health needs by providing coverage for breast cancer screenings and diagnostic tests. Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — The bill reduces out-of-pocket medical costs for low-income individuals through the elimination of cost sharing for breast examinations.
- 5/11/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
Debbie DingellDemocrat · Michigan