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Introduced
10/08/2019
10/08/2019
In Committee
10/09/2019
10/09/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
116th Congress
Bill Summary
To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to expand eligibility for low-income subsidies under part D of the Medicare program. This bill expands eligibility for low-income subsidies under the Medicare prescription drug benefit. Specifically, the bill raises the maximum allowable income for beneficiaries to qualify from 150% to 200% of the federal poverty line.
AI Summary
This bill, the More Help for Seniors Act of 2019, expands eligibility for low-income subsidies under the Medicare prescription drug benefit. Specifically, it raises the maximum allowable income for beneficiaries to qualify for these subsidies from 150% to 200% of the federal poverty line, starting in 2022. This change aims to provide more financial assistance to low-income Medicare beneficiaries in affording their prescription drug costs.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry, Health and Social Services
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. (on 10/09/2019)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/house-bill/4620/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr4620/BILLS-116hr4620ih.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr4620/BILLS-116hr4620ih.pdf.pdf |
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