Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Secretary of Health and Human Services should withdraw a reduction in public notice and comment opportunities.

This resolution says the House believes the Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary should undo a recent cut to chances for the public to give notice and comments. In short, it urges HHS to keep more open time and ways for people to share feedback on health-related rules and decisions. It was introduced on May 1, 2025, by Rep. Fletcher and sent to the Judiciary Committee .

If HHS follows this request, people and groups would have more time and chances to speak up before changes are made to health policies. That could help patients, caregivers, doctors, and local organizations make their voices heard .

• Who is affected: People and groups who want to comment on HHS rules and policies
• What it does: Expresses the House’s view that HHS should withdraw a cut to public notice and comment opportunities
• When: Introduced May 1, 2025
• Sponsor/Committee: Rep. Fletcher; Judiciary Committee