hold on there's just too much going on in Congress lmao...
Stops certain corporate-owned facilities from receiving Medicare payments.
Introduced by Rep. Scanlon (PA) and several other Representatives.
In committee, no House vote yet.
This bill, known as the "Take Back Our Hospitals Act of 2026," aims to prevent hospitals and skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) owned or controlled by private equity funds or real estate investment trusts (REITs) from participating in the Medicare program. It was introduced by Representative Scanlon of Pennsylvania and six co-sponsors. The bill has been referred to two House committees, Ways and Means, and Energy and Commerce, where it will be reviewed before potentially moving forward for a vote.
Introduced Mar 12, 2026
The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on March 12, 2026. It was then sent to the House Committee on Ways and Means and the House Committee on Energy and Commerce for consideration. The committees will review the bill, hold hearings, and potentially make changes. It must pass both committees, then the full House, then the Senate, and finally be signed by the President to become law.
If this bill becomes law, hospitals and skilled nursing facilities currently owned or controlled by private equity funds or real estate investment trusts (REITs) would eventually no longer be able to receive payments from Medicare. This could mean that Medicare patients would need to seek care at different facilities. For companies like private equity funds and REITs, this bill would impose restrictions on their ability to own or control healthcare providers that serve Medicare beneficiaries, though existing facilities would have a 3-year grace period to comply.
Supporters Say
Supporters argue the bill protects Medicare patients by limiting corporate ownership models in healthcare.
Critics Say
Critics might argue the bill unfairly targets specific ownership structures and could limit patient choices for care.
Those in favor would likely emphasize the importance of patient well-being and claim that certain corporate ownership structures negatively impact the quality or accessibility of care for Medicare beneficiaries. Opponents might contend that such restrictions could reduce investment in healthcare facilities, potentially leading to fewer options for patients, or that the bill intrudes on business practices without sufficient justification.