Senators Welch and Collins proposed a bill to enhance EMS reimbursement, aiming to reduce unnecessary hospital visits.
Quiver AI Summary
Senators Welch and Collins unveil bipartisan EMS legislation: U.S. Senators Peter Welch and Susan Collins have introduced the Comprehensive Alternative Response to Emergencies (CARE) Act, aimed at allowing Emergency Medical Service (EMS) providers to receive Medicare reimbursement for treating patients outside hospitals, reducing unnecessary emergency room visits.
Support from healthcare leaders: The bill has garnered endorsements from various organizations, highlighting its potential to improve patient care in rural communities while addressing staffing and financial challenges faced by EMS providers. Welch emphasized the importance of recognizing the vital services EMS offers, while Collins noted the expected reduction in hospital burdens.
Potential benefits of the CARE Act: The CARE Act builds on a successful temporary model used during the COVID-19 pandemic, aiming to save Medicare $500 per patient and enhance local emergency response capabilities. Advocates believe it will better meet community needs while alleviating pressures on overcrowded emergency departments.
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Peter Welch Fundraising
Peter Welch recently disclosed $7.2K of fundraising in a Q3 FEC disclosure filed on October 15th, 2025. This was the 1149th most from all Q3 reports we have seen this year. 31.0% came from individual donors.
Welch disclosed $35.9K of spending. This was the 864th most from all Q3 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Welch disclosed $1.7M of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 224th most from all Q3 reports we have seen this year.
You can see the disclosure here, or track Peter Welch's fundraising on Quiver Quantitative.
Peter Welch Net Worth
Quiver Quantitative estimates that Peter Welch is worth $9.9M, as of November 18th, 2025. This is the 107th highest net worth in Congress, per our live estimates.
Welch has approximately $5.5M invested in publicly traded assets which Quiver is able to track live.
You can track Peter Welch's net worth on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Welch.
Peter Welch Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Peter Welch:
- S.3127: Farm to School Act of 2025
- S.3126: Fair Credit for Farmers Act of 2025
- S.3102: A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend the temporary enhanced premium credits, and for other purposes.
- S.3068: FARM Act
- S.3019: No Big Blockbuster Bailouts Act
- S.2835: Energizing Our Communities Act
You can track bills proposed by Peter Welch on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Welch.
