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Introduced
04/13/2021
04/13/2021
In Committee
04/14/2021
04/14/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023
01/03/2023
Introduced Session
117th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to expand eligibility for low-income subsidies under part D of the Medicare program.
AI Summary
This bill, the More Help for Seniors Act of 2021, aims to expand eligibility for low-income subsidies under Part D of the Medicare program. Specifically, it proposes to increase the income threshold for qualifying for these subsidies from 135% of the federal poverty level to 150% starting in 2023. It also expands the income threshold for other low-income individuals to receive these subsidies from below 135% of the federal poverty level to between 150% and 200% starting in 2023. The goal of this legislation is to provide more financial assistance to senior citizens with modest incomes to help them afford their prescription drug costs under Medicare.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry, Health and Social Services, Labor and Employment
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. (on 04/14/2021)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-bill/2464/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/hr2464/BILLS-117hr2464ih.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/hr2464/BILLS-117hr2464ih.pdf.pdf |
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