What does Preamble of PARTNERS Act of 2026 do?

This bill proposes to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act. The proposed amendment would allow states to enforce Medicare Advantage plan requirements.

What does SHORT TITLE. of PARTNERS Act of 2026 do?

This bill is formally titled the Protecting Authority and Restoring Tools Necessary for Enforcement by Regulatory States Act of 2026.

What does ALLOWING STATES TO ENFORCE MEDICARE ADVANTAGE PLAN of PARTNERS Act of 2026 do?

This section amends Section 1856(b)(3) of the Social Security Act. It allows each state to require Medicare Advantage (MA) organizations to meet requirements for MA plans offered within the state. The Secretary of Health and Human Services is required to coordinate enforcement of these standards with states. The Secretary may enter into collaborative enforcement agreements with states to further coordinate enforcement.

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PARTNERS Act of 2026

Last updated: 5/11/2026 · Introduced: 5/11/2026

Author: Troy Downing (R-MT)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill empowers states to establish and enforce requirements for Medicare Advantage plans operating within their borders.
The bill amends the Social Security Act to permit states to mandate specific standards for Medicare Advantage organizations.
It requires coordination between the Secretary of Health and Human Services and states for the enforcement of these Medicare Advantage plan requirements.

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