Power to the Patients (PTTP) is set to bring its 4th Annual Congressional Baseball Pre‑Game Concert to the nation’s capital on June 10, turning the steps of the U.S. Capitol into a stage for a cause that hits close to home for millions of Americans.
A Concert with a Cause
The free, public event will kick off at 5:30 p.m. Eastern, with doors opening at 4:00 p.m., and will feature a high‑energy set by the Washington, D.C.–area cover band White Ford Bronco. The performance is meant to draw attention to the urgent need for upfront healthcare pricing and to amplify PTTP’s grassroots push for legislative change.
Organizers estimate that roughly 100 million Americans carry medical debt, a leading driver of personal bankruptcy. By spotlighting the issue on a day that blends sports, music and politics, PTTP hopes to make the abstract debate over price transparency feel immediate and personal.
Central to the concert’s message is the proposed “Patients Deserve Price Tags Act” (S.2355), a bipartisan bill that would codify federal price‑transparency rules and require providers to disclose costs before treatment. Advocates argue that such transparency could transform the U.S. healthcare system, curbing hidden fees and fostering accountability.
Recent polling confirms that a majority of Americans view healthcare affordability as a “very big problem,” underscoring the broad public appetite for reform. White Ford Bronco, known for electrifying live sets, has thrown its support behind the movement, joining a growing roster of celebrities who are using their platforms to champion patients’ rights.
The concert is part of PTTP’s ongoing effort to build a coalition of patients, providers and policymakers. While the event is free, its impact could be felt far beyond the National Mall, potentially influencing legislation that could lower costs and reduce medical debt for millions.