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- H.R.4059
H.R.4059: Medicare Choices Empowerment and Protection Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 114th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced Nov. 18, 2015
- Latest Major Action Nov. 20, 2015
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
8 (2 Democrats, 6 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Medicare Choices Empowerment and Protection Act This bill amends title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to establish an Advance Directive Certification Program. Under the program, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) shall grant accreditation to advance directive vendors that meet specified accreditation criteria. CMS shall establish procedures for an eligible beneficiary to register the adoption of a certified advance...
(Source: Library of Congress)
What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Nov. 20, 2015 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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| Nov. 18, 2015 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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| Nov. 18, 2015 |
Referred to House Ways and Means
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| Nov. 18, 2015 |
Referred to House Energy and Commerce
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| Nov. 18, 2015 |
Introduced in the House by Diane Black (R-Tenn.) |