Congressman Castro introduced amendments to the NDAA to alleviate medical debt for service members and advocate for billing transparency.
Quiver AI Summary
Congressman Joaquin Castro (TX-20) has proposed three amendments to the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act aimed at alleviating medical debt for civilians treated at military hospitals, including Brooke Army Medical Center. Castro emphasized the importance of addressing medical debt, stating, "If left unaddressed, medical debt can cripple families for decades."
The proposed amendments seek to enhance billing transparency and provide financial relief, including measures to allow the Defense Health Agency to waive bills for civilian patients, require annual public disclosures on civilian care, and prevent tax consequences from canceled debts. Additionally, Castro's proposed amendment would restore the name "Fort Cavazos" in Texas.
Background provided notes that prior to a 2020 amendment, many civilians faced steep medical bills after treatment at military facilities, with issues surrounding payment systems contributing to the challenges. Congressman Castro highlighted the need for reforms to alleviate these burdens on families.
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Joaquin Castro Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Joaquin Castro:
- H.R.4490: PARTNER Act
- H.R.4489: Sunshine on Solar Lending Act
- H.R.4319: Strengthening Science Through Diplomacy Act of 2025
- H.R.4318: Head Start for Our Future Act
- H.R.3865: PARTNER with ASEAN Act of 2025
- H.R.3678: Strengthening US-Caribbean Partnership Act
You can track bills proposed by Joaquin Castro on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Castro.
Joaquin Castro Fundraising
Joaquin Castro recently disclosed $104.7K of fundraising in a Q2 FEC disclosure filed on July 15th, 2025. This was the 606th most from all Q2 reports we have seen this year. 77.6% came from individual donors.
Castro disclosed $83.5K of spending. This was the 563rd most from all Q2 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Castro disclosed $168.0K of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 700th most from all Q2 reports we have seen this year.
You can see the disclosure here, or track Joaquin Castro's fundraising on Quiver Quantitative.
