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- H.R.1535
H.R.1535: Children's Health First Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 110th Congress
- This bill is primarily about education
- Introduced March 15, 2007
- Latest Major Action March 16, 2007
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
43 (All Democrats)
Bill Summary
Children's Health First Act - Amends title XXI (State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP)) of the Social Security Act to grant states the option to expand coverage of children whose family income is any percentage up to 400% of the poverty-line. Authorizes states to offer purchase of coverage for uncovered children under SCHIP who are not otherwise eligible for assistance under SCHIP or Medicaid. Provides subsidies for employment-based...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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| March 15, 2007 |
Introduced in the House by John D. Dingell (D-Mich.) |