To provide for reconciliation pursuant to section 2002 of the concurrent resolution on the budget for fiscal year 2016.
Vetoed — did not become law.
Latest action (2 Feb 2016): On passage, the objections of the President to the contrary notwithstanding Failed by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 241 - 186 (Roll no. 53).
What this bill does
This bill, titled the "Restoring Americans' Healthcare Freedom Reconciliation Act of 2015," proposed to repeal several provisions of the Affordable Care Act. It aimed to eliminate the individual mandate for health insurance, the employer mandate, a tax on medical devices, and a tax on employer-provided health insurance premiums. Additionally, it sought to repeal the Prevention and Public Health Fund and an Independent Payment Advisory Board. The bill also included provisions to prevent federal funds from going to certain entities that provide abortion services and to increase funding for community health centers.
The bill was intended to affect individuals and employers by removing requirements to have health insurance and associated taxes. It also aimed to alter funding streams for public health initiatives and community health centers. The provisions related to abortion services would affect specific healthcare providers and the flow of federal funds.
Introduced in the House of Representatives in October 2015, the bill passed the House but was then vetoed by the President. The House attempted to override the veto on February 2, 2016, but the effort failed. Therefore, the bill did not become law.
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Official summary
This bill was vetoed. The House attempted to override the veto on February 2, 2016 but failed.
Timeline
2 Feb 2016
On passage, the objections of the President to the contrary notwithstanding Failed by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 241 - 186 (Roll no. 53).
8 Jan 2016
Vetoed by President.
6 Jan 2016
On motion that the House agree to the Senate amendment Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 240 - 181 (Roll no. 6).
3 Dec 2015
Passed Senate with an amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 52 - 47. Record Vote Number: 329.
23 Oct 2015
On passage Passed by recorded vote: 240 - 189 (Roll no. 568).
Common questions
- What does H.R. 3762 do?
- This bill, titled the "Restoring Americans' Healthcare Freedom Reconciliation Act of 2015," proposed to repeal several provisions of the Affordable Care Act. It aimed to eliminate the individual mandate for health insurance, the employer mandate, a tax on medical devices, and a tax on employer-provided health insurance premiums. Additionally, it sought to repeal the Prevention and Public Health Fund and an Independent Payment Advisory Board. The bill also included provisions to prevent federal funds from going to certain entities that provide abortion services and to increase funding for community health centers. The bill was intended to affect individuals and employers by removing requirements to have health insurance and associated taxes. It also aimed to alter funding streams for public health initiatives and community health centers. The provisions related to abortion services would affect specific healthcare providers and the flow of federal funds. Introduced in the House of Representatives in October 2015, the bill passed the House but was then vetoed by the President. The House attempted to override the veto on February 2, 2016, but the effort failed. Therefore, the bill did not become law.
- Has H.R. 3762 become law?
- Not yet. As of 2 Feb 2016, H.R. 3762 is vetoed & override failed in house.
- Who sponsored H.R. 3762?
- H.R. 3762 was sponsored by Rep. Tom Price [R-GA6, 2005-2017] (Republican-GA), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 3762?
- On passage, the objections of the President to the contrary notwithstanding Failed by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 241 - 186 (Roll no. 53). (2 Feb 2016).
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