Health DATA Act of 2026
Key claim: The Health DATA Act of 2026 (HR9486) was referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce, proposing new health data access or transparency requirements.
Abstract
(HR9486 · 119th Congress) Latest action (2026-06-25): Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
Why this matters
Multiple 2026 House bills are converging on health data access and transparency, indicating a policy trend toward expanding individuals’ rights to obtain and use their health information while imposing new disclosure obligations on covered entities. The referral of HR9486 to Education and Workforce — rather than the typical health committees — signals that ERISA-plan and employer-sponsored coverage data practices may be in scope, broadening the compliance surface beyond providers and insurers.