Senators Propose Act to Shift Health Care Funds to Patients, Lower Costs

U.S. Senators Mike Crapo and Bill Cassidy introduced the Health Care Freedom for Patients Act, proposing an alternative approach to reduce health care costs by giving funds directly to patients. This legislation aims to empower individuals with pre-funded health accounts, allowing them more control over out-of-pocket healthcare expenses. The bill contrasts with Democrats' COVID bonuses, which direct funds to insurance companies without significantly lowering premiums.