Bill117th CongressFiled Mar 9, 2021Health
H.R. 1717
Protecting Married Seniors from Impoverishment Act of 2021
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Protecting Married Seniors from Impoverishment Act of 2021
This bill makes permanent certain provisions regarding Medicaid eligibility that protect against spousal impoverishment for recipients of home and community-based services. Under current law, these provisions expire on September 30, 2023.
What just happenedMar 10, 2021
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Who’s behind it
Rep. Upton, Fred [R-MI-6](R-MI)Sponsor
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- Introduced in HouseMar 9, 2021
- Mar 10, 2021Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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Introduced in House
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Introduced in House