I 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. R. 537 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES January 13, 2017 Mr. Biggs introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Ways and Means , and in addition to the Committees on Energy and Commerce , House Administration , and Oversight and Government Reform , for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned A BILL To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide an exemption to the individual mandate to maintain health coverage for individuals residing in counties with fewer than 2 health insurance issuers offering plans on an Exchange; to require Members of Congress and congressional staff to abide by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act with respect to health insurance coverage; and for other purposes.