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H.R.2263: Disability Equity Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
- This bill is primarily about social welfare
- Introduced May 5, 2009
- Latest Major Action May 5, 2009
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
4 (All Democrats)
Bill Summary
Disability Equity Act - Amends title II (Old Age, Survivors and Disability Insurance) (OASDI) of the Social Security Act (SSA) to eliminate: (1) the five-month waiting period for an individual (including a disabled widow or widower) to be eligible for benefits based on disability; and (2) the waiting period for benefits under SSA title XVIII (Medicare).
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
Date | Description |
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Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
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May 5, 2009 |
Introduced in the House by Betty Sutton (D-Ohio) |