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S.3710: Medicare Early Access Act of 2008
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 110th Congress
- This bill is primarily about taxation
- Introduced Nov. 20, 2008
- Latest Major Action Nov. 20, 2008
- See the two similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
4 (All Democrats)
Bill Summary
Medicare Early Access Act of 2008 - Amends title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to add a new part E (Purchase of Medicare Benefits by Certain Individuals 55 to 65 Years of Age). Provides access to Medicare benefits for individuals 55 to 64 years of age who do not have coverage under a federal health insurance program or under a group plan. Requires enrollees to pay a premium to receive Medicare coverage. Requires the Secretary to...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
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| Nov. 20, 2008 |
Introduced in the Senate by John D. Rockefeller IV (D-W.Va.) |