HR 5972119th CongressIn Committee

Right to Enroll Act of 2025

Introduced: Nov 7, 2025

Sponsor: Rep. Pappas, Chris [D-NH-1] (D-New Hampshire)

Healthcare

Standard Summary

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The Right to Enroll Act of 2025 mandates the Secretary of Health and Human Services to extend the open enrollment period for ACA health plans in 2026, allowing enrollment from November 1, 2025, to May 1, 2026.

Key Points

1Extends ACA open enrollment period for plan year 2026 by six months
2Requires revision of federal regulations (45 CFR 155.410(e)) to implement new timeline
3Applies specifically to qualified health plans offered through insurance exchanges

Impact Areas

Individuals seeking health insurance coverage under the Affordable Care ActHealthcare insurance providers operating through federal and state exchangesHealth and Human Services Department's regulatory implementation processes

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