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S.1476: Huntington’s Disease Parity Act of 2019
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 116th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced May 15, 2019
- Latest Major Action May 15, 2019
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
5 (1 Democrat, 1 Independent Democrat, 3 Republicans)
Bill Version
- Introduced in Senate - May 15, 2019
Bill Summary
Huntington's Disease Parity Act of 2019 This bill waives, for individuals diagnosed with Huntington's Disease, the 24-month waiting period for Medicare coverage. Current law generally applies this waiting period to individuals deemed eligible for Old-Age, Survivors, and Disability Insurance benefits.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| May 15, 2019 |
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
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| May 15, 2019 |
Introduced in the Senate by Kirsten E. Gillibrand (D-N.Y.) |