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S. 3492: Essential Caregivers Act of 2025

S. 3492 is a federal bill in the 119th Congress. Before this bill, nursing homes and care facilities could completely ban visitors during emergencies like a pandemic. After this bill takes effect, these facilities must allow designated essential caregivers to visit residents, with limited exceptions.… See its sponsors, how members voted, and a plain-English breakdown on PolityLens.

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