On July 16, 2026, Senate Republicans blocked a resolution proposed by Democrats aimed at terminating a pilot program established by the Trump administration for Medicare. This program utilizes artificial intelligence to evaluate and decide on physician-ordered care. The resolution, which sought to invoke the Congressional Review Act (CRA) to end the program, was voted down along party lines with a tally of 46 in favor and 50 against.
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Senate Republicans Block Democratic Effort to End AI Program in Medicare
Senate Republicans voted against a Democratic resolution to end a Medicare pilot program that uses artificial intelligence for care approval. The vote, held on July 16, 2026, resulted in a party-line outcome of 46 to 50.
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Senate Republicans block Dem attempt to end AI prior authorization in Medicare
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