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US HR1717

US HR1717
Protecting Married Seniors from Impoverishment Act of 2021


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Introduced
03/09/2021
In Committee
03/10/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023

Introduced Session

117th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to make permanent the protections under Medicaid for recipients of home and community-based services against spousal impoverishment.

AI Summary

This bill makes permanent the protections under Medicaid for recipients of home and community-based services against spousal impoverishment. The bill amends the Social Security Act to expand the definition of individuals eligible for these protections, including those receiving Medicaid-funded home and community-based services under various waivers or provisions. Additionally, the bill strikes the current expiration date of September 30, 2023, for these protections, making them permanent.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry, Health and Social Services

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. (on 03/10/2021)

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