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S.960: Medicare Early Access Act of 2009
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced May 1, 2009
- Latest Major Action May 1, 2009
- See the two similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Summary
Medicare Early Access Act of 2009 - 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 of...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
Date | Description |
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
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May 1, 2009 |
Introduced in the Senate by John D. Rockefeller IV (D-W.Va.) |