S. 1406: SOAR Act of 2025
A Senate bill (S.) in the 119th U.S. Congress.
Overview
| Congress | 119th U.S. Congress (2025–2026) |
|---|---|
| Type | Senate bill (S.) |
| Originating chamber | Senate |
| Introduced | 2025-04-10 |
| Sponsor | Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA] |
| Policy area | Health |
| Cosponsors | 8 |
| Latest action | 2025-04-10 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. |
| Last updated | 2026-07-22 |
Summary
Official summary (Introduced in Senate, 2025-04-10):
Supplemental Oxygen Access Reform Act of 2025 or the SOAR Act of 2025
This bill establishes certain requirements with respect to the payment and provision of supplemental oxygen and related services under Medicare.
For example, the bill provides for separate payments, indexed to inflation, of oxygen and related equipment, supplies, and services under Medicare (rather than under the competitive acquisition program). It also specifically covers services that are provided by respiratory therapists under Medicare and provides for an additional payment adjustment for these services.
Additionally, the bill (1) requires the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to develop an electronic template for providers to use when prescribing oxygen and related equipment, supplies, and services; and (2) establishes certain rights for beneficiaries receiving these items and services, such as the right to choose their suppliers and to receive clear communications and be informed about the services provided.
Cosponsors (8)
| Name | Party / state |
|---|---|
| Amy Klobuchar | D MN (original cosponsor) 2025-04-10 |
| Mark R. Warner | D VA (original cosponsor) 2025-04-10 |
| Jerry Moran | R KS 2025-10-03 |
| Marsha Blackburn | R TN 2025-12-16 |
| Shelley Moore Capito | R WV 2026-03-03 |
| Roger Marshall | R KS 2026-06-10 |
| John Boozman | R AR 2026-06-15 |
| Cindy Hyde-Smith | R MS 2026-07-21 |
Full text & official record
The official bill text, section-by-section summary, amendments, committee reports, and the complete legislative timeline for S. 1406 are published by Congress on congress.gov.
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Frequently asked questions
What is S. 1406?
S. 1406 is a Senate bill (S.) introduced in the 119th U.S. Congress, originating in the Senate. Official title: SOAR Act of 2025.
Where can I read the full bill text?
The full text, cosponsors, amendments, and legislative status for S. 1406 are available on congress.gov.
Bill data: congress.gov API (official congressional records).