Maintaining Medicare.

12/15/2023, 3:51 PM

This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that Medicare should be strengthened and should not be used to finance Democrats' policies.

Bill 118 H.Res. 118, also known as the Maintaining Medicare Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to ensure the continued funding and stability of the Medicare program, which provides health insurance for millions of Americans, particularly those aged 65 and older.

The bill includes provisions to strengthen Medicare by increasing funding for the program, improving access to care for beneficiaries, and enhancing the quality of services provided. It also aims to address issues such as rising healthcare costs, prescription drug prices, and the sustainability of the Medicare trust fund.

Additionally, the Maintaining Medicare Act seeks to protect and preserve Medicare for future generations by implementing measures to prevent fraud, waste, and abuse within the program. It also includes provisions to promote innovation and efficiency in healthcare delivery, with the ultimate goal of improving health outcomes for Medicare beneficiaries. Overall, Bill 118 H.Res. 118 is focused on ensuring the long-term viability and effectiveness of the Medicare program, while also addressing key challenges facing the healthcare system in the United States. It is an important piece of legislation that has the potential to have a significant impact on the lives of millions of Americans who rely on Medicare for their healthcare needs.
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 118

Introduced on
2023-02-09

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

2/9/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that Medicare should be strengthened and should not be used to finance Democrats' policies.

Bill 118 H.Res. 118, also known as the Maintaining Medicare Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to ensure the continued funding and stability of the Medicare program, which provides health insurance for millions of Americans, particularly those aged 65 and older.

The bill includes provisions to strengthen Medicare by increasing funding for the program, improving access to care for beneficiaries, and enhancing the quality of services provided. It also aims to address issues such as rising healthcare costs, prescription drug prices, and the sustainability of the Medicare trust fund.

Additionally, the Maintaining Medicare Act seeks to protect and preserve Medicare for future generations by implementing measures to prevent fraud, waste, and abuse within the program. It also includes provisions to promote innovation and efficiency in healthcare delivery, with the ultimate goal of improving health outcomes for Medicare beneficiaries. Overall, Bill 118 H.Res. 118 is focused on ensuring the long-term viability and effectiveness of the Medicare program, while also addressing key challenges facing the healthcare system in the United States. It is an important piece of legislation that has the potential to have a significant impact on the lives of millions of Americans who rely on Medicare for their healthcare needs.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedMaintaining Medicare.

Policy Areas
Health

Potential Impact
Aging
Medicare

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary3/15/2023

This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that Medicare should be strengthened and should not be used to finance Democrats' policies.


Latest Action2/17/2023
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.