S. 1971: Nutrition CARE 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 | 2025-06-05 |
| Sponsor | Sen. Hassan, Margaret Wood [D-NH] |
| Policy area | Health |
| Cosponsors | 3 |
| Latest action | 2025-06-05 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. |
| Last updated | 2026-01-21 |
Summary
Official summary (Introduced in Senate, 2025-06-05):
Nutrition Counseling Aiding Recovery for Eating Disorders Act of 2025 or the Nutrition CARE Act of 2025
This bill provides for Medicare coverage of medical nutrition therapy services for individuals with eating disorders. Such services must be furnished by a registered dietitian or nutrition professional pursuant to a referral from a physician, psychologist, or other authorized mental health professional.
Cosponsors (3)
| Name | Party / state |
|---|---|
| Lisa Murkowski | R AK (original cosponsor) 2025-06-05 |
| Amy Klobuchar | D MN (original cosponsor) 2025-06-05 |
| Shelley Moore Capito | R WV (original cosponsor) 2025-06-05 |
Full text & official record
The official bill text, section-by-section summary, amendments, committee reports, and the complete legislative timeline for S. 1971 are published by Congress on congress.gov.
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Frequently asked questions
What is S. 1971?
S. 1971 is a Senate bill (S.) introduced in the 119th U.S. Congress, originating in the Senate. Official title: Nutrition CARE Act of 2025.
Where can I read the full bill text?
The full text, cosponsors, amendments, and legislative status for S. 1971 are available on congress.gov.
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