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TRICARE Equality Act

USA119th CongressHR-2632| House 
| Updated: 4/3/2025
Pablo Jose Hernández

Pablo Jose Hernández

Democratic Representative

Puerto Rico

Cosponsors (5)
Henry C. "Hank" Johnson (Democratic)Eleanor Holmes Norton (Democratic)Timothy M. Kennedy (Democratic)Nydia M. Velázquez (Democratic)Julia Brownley (Democratic)

Armed Services Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
The TRICARE Equality Act seeks to enhance the administration of the TRICARE program for beneficiaries residing in Puerto Rico. It mandates that the Secretary of Defense designate geographical areas for TRICARE Prime in Puerto Rico in a manner consistent with designations in the several States, ensuring broader access to this healthcare option. Furthermore, the bill expands travel and transportation allowances under TRICARE, making beneficiaries in Puerto Rico eligible for these benefits on par with those in the States. It also requires the Federal Electronic Health Record Modernization Office to coordinate with Puerto Rico's Department of Health for health information sharing through the Joint Health Information Exchange. Finally, the legislation directs the Secretary of Defense to submit a report to Congress within 180 days, detailing the progress made in implementing these crucial improvements to TRICARE services in Puerto Rico.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-254
TRICARE Equality Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-6303
TRICARE Equality Act of 2021
Apr 3, 2025
Introduced in House
Apr 3, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-254
    TRICARE Equality Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-6303
    TRICARE Equality Act of 2021


  • April 3, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • April 3, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

Armed Forces and National Security

TRICARE Equality Act

USA119th CongressHR-2632| House 
| Updated: 4/3/2025
The TRICARE Equality Act seeks to enhance the administration of the TRICARE program for beneficiaries residing in Puerto Rico. It mandates that the Secretary of Defense designate geographical areas for TRICARE Prime in Puerto Rico in a manner consistent with designations in the several States, ensuring broader access to this healthcare option. Furthermore, the bill expands travel and transportation allowances under TRICARE, making beneficiaries in Puerto Rico eligible for these benefits on par with those in the States. It also requires the Federal Electronic Health Record Modernization Office to coordinate with Puerto Rico's Department of Health for health information sharing through the Joint Health Information Exchange. Finally, the legislation directs the Secretary of Defense to submit a report to Congress within 180 days, detailing the progress made in implementing these crucial improvements to TRICARE services in Puerto Rico.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-254
TRICARE Equality Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-6303
TRICARE Equality Act of 2021
Apr 3, 2025
Introduced in House
Apr 3, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-254
    TRICARE Equality Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-6303
    TRICARE Equality Act of 2021


  • April 3, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • April 3, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Pablo Jose Hernández

Pablo Jose Hernández

Democratic Representative

Puerto Rico

Cosponsors (5)
Henry C. "Hank" Johnson (Democratic)Eleanor Holmes Norton (Democratic)Timothy M. Kennedy (Democratic)Nydia M. Velázquez (Democratic)Julia Brownley (Democratic)

Armed Services Committee

Armed Forces and National Security

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted