Scott introduces Pennsylvania Universal Health Care Act
Rep. Greg Scott September 8, 2026 | 3:40 PM
HARRISBURG, Sept. 8 – State Rep. Greg Scott, D-Montgomery, today announced that his Pennsylvania Universal Health Care Act—a publicly funded healthcare plan for every Pennsylvanian—has been formally introduced in the PA House.
“Health and wellness are determining factors in quality of life, longevity, happiness, and family success,” said Scott. “With our current federal administration, we won’t see national universal healthcare anytime soon. This bill ensures the great people of Pennsylvania have access to high-quality health coverage without out-of-pocket costs.”
House Bill 2763 would establish the freestanding Universal Health Care Act and the Office of Health Care within the Pennsylvania Department of Health to create a single-payer health system in Pennsylvania. The act would be funded by a combination of employer and employee contributions and would be available to every commonwealth resident, as well as nonresidents working at least 20 hours per week in Pennsylvania.
“Rising premium costs are forcing many hardworking families to drop their health insurance coverage, putting not only their health at risk, but also their financial stability,” said Scott. “Without insurance coverage, one unexpected health event can bankrupt a family. It’s in our best interest to ensure every resident in our state has reliable health insurance coverage.”