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S.J.Res. 197 · 119th Congress

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".

IntroducedHealth
IntroducedJun 17, 2026
Passed SenateNot yet
Passed HouseNot yet
To PresidentNot yet
Became lawNot yet

Where it stands

Introduced. Latest step, Sep 29, 2026: Motion to proceed to consideration of measure rejected in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 48 - 51. Record Vote Number: 251. (consideration: CR S5139-5140)

What it does

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What has happened

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  1. Jun 17, 2026Introduced in SenateLibrary of Congress

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Recorded votes

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  1. Sep 29, 2026 · SenateMotion to Proceed Rejected 48–51
    On the Motion to Proceed · needed a majority
    R 1 yes, 51 noI 2 yes, 0 noD 45 yes, 0 noEach member · Record

Cosponsors

  • Angela D. Alsobrooks D-MD
  • Michael F. Bennet D-CO
  • Richard Blumenthal D-CT
  • Tammy Duckworth D-IL
  • John W. Hickenlooper D-CO
  • Angus S. King, Jr. I-ME
  • Amy Klobuchar D-MN
  • Ben Ray Luján D-NM
  • Edward J. Markey D-MA
  • Jeff Merkley D-OR
  • Patty Murray D-WA
  • Charles E. Schumer D-NY
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  • Jeanne Shaheen D-NH
  • Mark R. Warner D-VA
  • Ron Wyden D-OR