S. 3934: Medical Nutrition Therapy Act of 2026
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 | 2026-02-26 |
| Sponsor | Sen. Collins, Susan M. [R-ME] |
| Policy area | Health |
| Cosponsors | 5 |
| Latest action | 2026-02-26 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S709) |
| Last updated | 2026-07-17 |
Summary
Official summary (Introduced in Senate, 2026-02-26):
Medical Nutrition Therapy Act of 2026
This bill expands Medicare coverage of medical nutrition therapy services.
Currently, Medicare covers such services for individuals with diabetes or kidney disease under certain circumstances; such services must also be provided by a registered dietitian or nutrition professional pursuant to a physician referral. The bill extends coverage to individuals with other diseases and conditions, including obesity, eating disorders, cancer, and HIV/AIDS; such services may also be referred by a physician assistant, nurse practitioner, clinical nurse specialist, or (for eating disorders) a clinical psychologist.
Cosponsors (5)
| Name | Party / state |
|---|---|
| Gary C. Peters | D MI (original cosponsor) 2026-02-26 |
| Roger Marshall | R KS 2026-04-13 |
| Cory A. Booker | D NJ 2026-05-19 |
| Amy Klobuchar | D MN 2026-07-13 |
| Mark R. Warner | D VA 2026-07-16 |
Full text & official record
The official bill text, section-by-section summary, amendments, committee reports, and the complete legislative timeline for S. 3934 are published by Congress on congress.gov.
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Frequently asked questions
What is S. 3934?
S. 3934 is a Senate bill (S.) introduced in the 119th U.S. Congress, originating in the Senate. Official title: Medical Nutrition Therapy Act of 2026.
Where can I read the full bill text?
The full text, cosponsors, amendments, and legislative status for S. 3934 are available on congress.gov.
Bill data: congress.gov API (official congressional records).