Health Care for Energy Workers Act of 2025
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To President
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to expand the healthcare options available to energy workers who have received compensation for occupational illnesses. Specifically, it allows nurse practitioners and physician assistants to prescribe necessary medical services, appliances, and supplies for individuals covered under the Energy Employees Occupational Illness Compensation Program Act. This change would grant these healthcare professionals greater authority in providing care to eligible workers. The bill modifies an existing law to accommodate this expanded role.
Key provisions
- Allows nurse practitioners and physician assistants to prescribe medical services.
- Applies to individuals receiving medical benefits under the Energy Employees Occupational Illness Compensation Program Act.
- The authority is contingent on practicing within state law and under presidential regulations.
- Redesignates and renumbers existing subsections within the relevant law.
Who is affected
- Energy workers
- Nurse practitioners
- Physician assistants
- Individuals receiving compensation for occupational illnesses
Notable changes
- Expands the scope of healthcare providers authorized to prescribe medical services.
- Introduces presidential oversight regarding regulations for these healthcare professionals.
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