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Introduced
09/26/2019
09/26/2019
In Committee
09/26/2019
09/26/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
116th Congress
Bill Summary
A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide an option for first responders age 50 to 64 who are separated from service due to retirement or disability to buy into Medicare. This bill establishes a Medicare buy-in option for certain qualifying first responders. Specifically, the bill allows first responders aged 50 to 64 to enroll in Medicare if they are retired or otherwise separated from service due to a disability. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) must determine enrollment periods and set premiums for the buy-in option established under the bill, in accordance with specified requirements. The CMS must also award grants to states and nonprofit organizations for outreach and enrollment activities relating to the buy-in option.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a Medicare buy-in option for certain qualifying first responders. Specifically, it allows first responders aged 50 to 64 who are retired or otherwise separated from service due to a disability to enroll in Medicare. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) must determine enrollment periods and set premiums for the buy-in option, and award grants to states and nonprofit organizations for outreach and enrollment activities related to the buy-in option.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (on 09/26/2019)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/senate-bill/2552/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/s2552/BILLS-116s2552is.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/s2552/BILLS-116s2552is.pdf.pdf |
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