DMEPOS Bills Gaining Momentum

Published in Government Relations on January 12, 2026

Fresh off a great House Energy & Commerce Health Sub-Committee hearing, now is the perfect time to reach out to your representative(s) and ask them to support the DMEPOS Relief Act, H.R. 2005; Choices for Increased Mobility Act of 2025, H.R. 1703; and the Supplemental Oxygen Access Reform Act of 2025, H.R. 2902.

Below you’ll find details about each bill, including policy guides and key contacts:

H.R. 2005 DMEPOS Relief Act of 2025

Original Co-sponsors: (Rep. Miller-Meeks-IA and Rep. Tonko-NY)

H_R_ 2005 DMEPOS Relief Act Policy Guide.pdf

Contacts:

Take Action: Click here to send a pre-written and editable message to your legislator asking to support the DMEPOS Relief Act. 

H.R. 1703 Choices for Increased Mobility Act of 2025

Original Co-sponsor: (Rep. Joyce-PA)

CRT Titanium Carbon Fiber Bill H_R_ 1703 & S_247 Policy Guide.pdf

Contact:

Take Action: Click here to send a pre-written and editable message to your legislator asking to support the Mobility Act. 

H.R. 2902, Supplemental Oxygen Access Reform (SOAR) Act of 2025

Original Co-sponsors: (Rep. Valadao-CA and Rep. Brownley- CA)

 H_R_ 2902 & S_1406 SOAR Act Policy Guide.pdf

Contacts:

Take Action: Click here to send a pre-written and editable message to your legislator asking to support the SOAR Act.

Thank You to Our Advocates

VGM extends sincere thanks to Tom Ryan, Executive Director of AAHomecare, for his powerful testimony during the January 8 hearing. We also appreciate the efforts of all DMEPOS advocates who contacted their members of Congress—especially those on the Energy & Commerce Health Subcommittee—to express support for these bills.

DMEPOS Bills Gaining Momentum

Our coalition continues to make meaningful progress toward improving access and care. Your advocacy at both local and federal levels is essential to getting these much-needed bills across the finish line.

As we continue to unravel the pending Competitive Bidding process, we must remain vigilant and active on legislation that will move our industry forward. Staying engaged and vocal is critical. Your work, your voice, and your expertise paint the picture of your vital role in the healthcare environment, and we need that story told now, more than ever.

Need Support?

VGM is here to help! Contact the VGM Government Relations team or visit our website for more resources.

For questions, reach out to Emily Kettman at emily.kettman@vgm.com.

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