PACE Access Improvement Act
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (24 Sep 2026): Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
What this bill does
H.R. 10547, the PACE Access Improvement Act, aims to make it easier for eligible elderly individuals to enroll in and for providers to offer the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). The bill would allow individuals to enroll in PACE at any time during a month, with their enrollment effective on the date the provider receives their signed agreement. Payments to providers would be prorated for the first month if enrollment begins mid-month.
Additionally, the bill proposes streamlining the application process for PACE providers seeking to expand their services or establish new locations. It would also require states to offer PACE services to eligible individuals who are eligible for medical assistance, removing a previous state option to limit enrollment numbers. The bill also seeks to revise certain marketing requirements for PACE programs.
This bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on September 24, 2026, by Representative Debbie Dingell. It has been referred to the House Committees on Energy and Commerce and Ways and Means for consideration. The bill's status is currently "Introduced."
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Timeline
24 Sep 2026
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 10547 do?
- H.R. 10547, the PACE Access Improvement Act, aims to make it easier for eligible elderly individuals to enroll in and for providers to offer the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). The bill would allow individuals to enroll in PACE at any time during a month, with their enrollment effective on the date the provider receives their signed agreement. Payments to providers would be prorated for the first month if enrollment begins mid-month. Additionally, the bill proposes streamlining the application process for PACE providers seeking to expand their services or establish new locations. It would also require states to offer PACE services to eligible individuals who are eligible for medical assistance, removing a previous state option to limit enrollment numbers. The bill also seeks to revise certain marketing requirements for PACE programs. This bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on September 24, 2026, by Representative Debbie Dingell. It has been referred to the House Committees on Energy and Commerce and Ways and Means for consideration. The bill's status is currently "Introduced."
- Has H.R. 10547 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 10547. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 10547?
- H.R. 10547 was sponsored by Rep. Dingell, Debbie [D-MI-6] (D-MI), with 2 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 10547?
- Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. (24 Sep 2026).
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