BURDEN Act

This bill would require every Member of Congress to prove, each month, that they meet the same “work” and “community engagement” rules that some low‑income Americans must follow to get Medicaid and SNAP (food assistance). If a Member does not turn in these monthly certifications, they would not be allowed to enroll in the federal health insurance program for government employees. The requirement would start the month the law takes effect and continue every month after that.

Key points:

• Who is affected: Members of Congress and their access to the federal employee health plan.
• What changes: They must certify each month that they met Medicaid-style “community engagement” rules and SNAP work rules, as if they were program participants.
• When: Beginning the month the law is enacted, and every month after.