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S.1835: Lower Premiums Through Reinsurance Act of 2017
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 115th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced Sept. 19, 2017
- Latest Major Action Sept. 19, 2017
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
4 (3 Democrats, 1 Republican)
Bill Version
- Introduced in Senate - Sept. 19, 2017
Bill Summary
Lower Premiums Through Reinsurance Act of 2017 This bill amends the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act to allow a state to apply for funding for a reinsurance program or high-risk pool program. Programs must meet specified criteria to receive funding. The bill provides funding for FY2018 and FY2019.
(Source: Library of Congress)
What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill
Bill Actions
Date | Description |
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Sept. 19, 2017 |
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S5862-5864)
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Sept. 19, 2017 |
Introduced in the Senate by Susan Collins (R-Maine) |