HR 9851 · In committee · last action July 22, 2026
<p><strong>Protecting Access to Spiritual Treatment and Organized Religion Act of 2026 or the PASTOR Act of 2026</strong></p><p>This bill requires, as a condition of Medicare participation, health care providers to allow a clergy member access to a patient upon the patient's designation and request.</p>
Mike Flood (R-NE)
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<p><strong>Protecting Access to Spiritual Treatment and Organized Religion Act of 2026 or the PASTOR Act of 2026</strong></p><p>This bill requires, as a condition of Medicare participation, health care providers to allow a clergy member access to a patient upon the patient's designation and request.</p>