HR 7118 · 119th Congress

Genomic Answers for Children’s Health Act of 2026

This bill makes sure that Medicaid covers genetic testing for children who need it. Specifically, it requires Medicaid to pay for whole genome sequencing and whole exome sequencing—two types of comprehensive genetic tests that can help doctors figure out what's causing a child's health problems. These tests are part…

Sponsor

Peters, Scott H. (D-California)

Introduced

2026-01-15

Policy area

Health

Latest action

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.