Here are four observations:
1. Lamar Alexander (R-Tenn.) and Patty Murray (D-Wash.) are leading the efforts.
2. The committee wants to improve health IT to enhance patient care.
3. The legislation focuses on improving EHRs, and touches on transparent ratings on usability and security, information blocking and interoperability within the realm of health IT.
4. The committee asks for feedback from physicians, hospitals and health IT experts.
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