Bills and Legislation

S.J.Res. 197 — A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services of the Department of Health and Human Services relating to "Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, HHS Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters for 2027; and Basic Health Program".

In plain terms · AI-written

Would overturn a federal rule regarding Affordable Care Act benefit and payment parameters for 2027.

The record

  • Chamber: U.S. Senate
  • Status: Failed — Failed a vote. It would have to be revived to go any further in the House.
  • Sponsor: Sen. Baldwin, Tammy [D-WI]
  • Introduced: Jun 17, 2026
  • Latest action: Motion to proceed to consideration of measure rejected in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 48 - 51. Record Vote Number: 251. (consideration: CR S5139-5140) (Sep 29, 2026)
  • Subjects: Health

Recorded floor votes

  • Motion to Proceed Rejected — On the Motion to Proceed S.J.Res. 197 (Sep 29, 2026, 48–51, Senate)

Procedural and amendment votes included.

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