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Introduced
11/07/2023
11/07/2023
In Committee
11/07/2023
11/07/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2025
01/03/2025
Introduced Session
118th Congress
Bill Summary
A bill to amend the Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act of 2008 to extend funding outreach and assistance for low-income programs.
AI Summary
This bill, the Helping Seniors Lower Their Health Care Costs Act, aims to extend funding for outreach and assistance programs that help low-income Medicare beneficiaries access their benefits. Specifically, it extends funding for four years (through fiscal year 2024) for the State Health Insurance Programs (SHIPs), Area Agencies on Aging, Aging and Disability Resource Centers, and the National Center for Benefits and Outreach Enrollment. These programs provide vital assistance to seniors and people with disabilities in navigating the complexities of Medicare and accessing available cost-saving programs, helping to lower their overall health care expenses.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (on 11/07/2023)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/3244/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/s3244/BILLS-118s3244is.pdf |
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