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- H.CON.RES.213
H.CON.RES.213: Expressing the sense of Congress concerning the vital role of Medicare in the health care system of our Nation over the last 40 years.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 109th Congress
- This bill is primarily about congress
- Introduced July 21, 2005
- Latest Major Action July 21, 2005
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
102 (All Democrats)
Bill Summary
Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) for the past 40 years, Medicare has made significant medical, social, and economic contributions to our Nation; (2) the access to care provided by Medicare has changed the course of health outcomes for the elderly and those with disabilities, preventing physical deterioration and preventing more individuals from slipping into poverty; (3) the program standards set under Medicare have brought social...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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Referred to House Ways and Means
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Referred to House Energy and Commerce
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| July 21, 2005 |
Introduced in the House by John D. Dingell (D-Mich.) |