HR 7790
Medical Records Access Fairness Act of 2026
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US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 4:01 AM
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Bill overview
This bill, the Medical Records Access Fairness Act of 2026, aims to make it easier and cheaper for people to get copies of their medical records. It amends the HITECH Act to ensure individuals can obtain copies of their protected health information without unreasonable fees, except in limited circumstances like requesting a duplicate copy or a non-electronic version already available online. The bill also clarifies how health care providers can transmit records to other providers. The law will require the Department of Health and Human Services to create specific regulations to implement these changes.
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