Bill119th CongressFiled May 7, 2026Health
H.R. 8716
Blood Pressure MATTERS Act
Bill journey · stage 2 of 5
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What it does
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What just happenedMay 7, 2026
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Ways and Means, and Education and Workforce, 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.
Who’s behind it
Rep. Williams, Nikema [D-GA-5](D-GA)Sponsor
5 cosponsors
- Introduced in HouseMay 7, 2026