Some good news.

Rep. Carter is co-sponsoring a bill that actually sounds like a pretty good idea. HR 2249 would

require states to mandate disclosure of information on hospital charges. The bill directs states to establish and maintain laws requiring disclosure of information on hospital charges and provide individuals with information about estimated out-of-pocket costs for health care services . Additionally, the bill requires hospitals and health plans to make such information available to the public.

The bill was introduced by Reps. Gene Green (D-TX) and Michael Burgess, M.D., (R-TX) and co-sponsored by Reps. Henry Cuellar (D-TX) -- so it appears to be a thoroughly Texan piece of legislation.

I don't know the details, but again, it seems to be a pretty good idea, from what little I've seen.

So kudos to Rep. Carter for doing something worth applauding!