Congressional Hearing on Affordable Care Act Administrative Actions
January 1, 2017
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The Frame
The hearing examines the extent of executive branch authority in modifying or delaying provisions of the Affordable Care Act without new legislation, which impacts how healthcare regulations are enforced for providers and insurers.
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Healthcare Providers
Administrative changes to the Affordable Care Act alter the regulatory requirements and compliance standards for healthcare providers.
Health Insurance Companies
Administrative actions regarding the Affordable Care Act impact the operational requirements and mandates for insurance providers.
Last recorded activity January 1, 2017.
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Summary
Why It Matters
The hearing examines the extent of executive branch authority in modifying or delaying provisions of the Affordable Care Act without new legislation, which impacts how healthcare regulations are enforced for providers and insurers.
Key Facts
- The hearing was held on May 20, 2015, by the Subcommittee on Oversight of the Committee on Ways and Means.
- The subject of the hearing was the use of administrative actions in the implementation of the Affordable Care Act.
- The hearing was part of the First Session of the 114th Congress.
- The document is identified as Serial No. 114-0S04.
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Oversight of Executive Implementation
The hearing highlights the legislative branch's focus on monitoring executive agency discretion in the absence of new legislative updates to the Affordable Care Act.
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