This bill proposes amendments to the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, primarily to facilitate the transfer of funds from certain health accounts to Health Savings Accounts. Specifically, it allows for a "qualified HSA distribution" from a health flexible spending arrangement (FSA) or a health reimbursement arrangement (HRA) directly into an employee's health savings account (HSA). This provision aims to help individuals transition to high deductible health plans by utilizing existing health funds. Such distributions are permitted only when an employee establishes coverage under a high deductible health plan (HDHP) after a significant period of not having such coverage. The bill also stipulates that the FSA or HRA must become HSA-compatible for the remainder of the plan year following the distribution. There is a dollar limitation on the aggregate amount that can be transferred, tied to existing Internal Revenue Code provisions, and these distributions will be reported on an employee's W-2 form.
Flexible Savings Arrangements for a Healthy Robust America Act
USA119th CongressHR-2667| House
| Updated: 4/7/2025
This bill proposes amendments to the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, primarily to facilitate the transfer of funds from certain health accounts to Health Savings Accounts. Specifically, it allows for a "qualified HSA distribution" from a health flexible spending arrangement (FSA) or a health reimbursement arrangement (HRA) directly into an employee's health savings account (HSA). This provision aims to help individuals transition to high deductible health plans by utilizing existing health funds. Such distributions are permitted only when an employee establishes coverage under a high deductible health plan (HDHP) after a significant period of not having such coverage. The bill also stipulates that the FSA or HRA must become HSA-compatible for the remainder of the plan year following the distribution. There is a dollar limitation on the aggregate amount that can be transferred, tied to existing Internal Revenue Code provisions, and these distributions will be reported on an employee's W-2 form.