To amend title XI of the Social Security Act to require the Secretary to exclude certain individuals and entities who commit fraud from participation in any Federal health care program.

# Summary of HR 6108 **What the Bill Would Do** HR 6108 would strengthen penalties for healthcare fraud by requiring the Secretary of Health and Human Services to exclude individuals and entities convicted of fraud from participating in any federal health care program. This means that people or organizations found guilty of defrauding federal programs like Medicare or Medicaid would be permanently or temporarily banned from billing these programs or receiving payments from them. The bill amends existing Social Security Act rules to make such exclusions mandatory rather than discretionary. **Who It Affects** This bill would primarily impact healthcare providers, suppliers, and contractors who commit fraud against federal health programs.

It could also affect their employees or associates, depending on how the exclusion rules are applied. Patients could indirectly benefit if the measure reduces fraud and helps protect federal healthcare program integrity. **Current Status** The bill was introduced in the 119th Congress by Representative Mark Pocan (D-Wisconsin) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House. No action has been taken since its introduction.