HR-6902 : Still Just a Bill

Eliminating Kickbacks in Recovery Act of 2018

This bill amends the federal criminal code make it a crime to knowingly and willfully solicit, receive, pay, or offer payment for referrals to a recovery home or clinical treatment facility, subject to limitations.

A violator is subject to criminal penalties—a fine, a prison term of up to 10 years, or both.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2018-09-26IntroReferralReferred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.House floor actions
2018-09-26IntroReferralIntroduced in HouseLibrary of Congress

Policy Area :

Crime and Law Enforcement
See Subjects
  • Drug, alcohol, tobacco use
  • Fraud offenses and financial crimes
  • Health care costs and insurance
  • Home and outpatient care
  • Long-term, rehabilitative, and terminal care

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