Affirming the House of Representatives' commitment to protect and strengthen Social Security and Medicare.

12/15/2023, 3:51 PM

This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that Social Security and Medicare should be strengthened. It also condemns commissions and the privatization of Social Security.

Bill 118 HRES 178, also known as the Affirming the House of Representatives' commitment to protect and strengthen Social Security and Medicare, is a resolution introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this resolution is to reaffirm the House of Representatives' dedication to safeguarding and enhancing two critical social programs, Social Security and Medicare.

Social Security and Medicare are vital programs that provide financial assistance and healthcare coverage to millions of Americans, particularly seniors and individuals with disabilities. The resolution acknowledges the importance of these programs in ensuring the well-being and security of vulnerable populations.

The resolution emphasizes the need to protect Social Security and Medicare from any potential threats or cuts that could jeopardize the benefits and services they provide. It also highlights the importance of ensuring the long-term sustainability and solvency of these programs for future generations. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 178 underscores the House of Representatives' commitment to upholding and strengthening Social Security and Medicare as essential pillars of the social safety net in the United States.
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 178

Introduced on
2023-02-28

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

2/28/2023

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 Social Security and Medicare should be strengthened. It also condemns commissions and the privatization of Social Security.

Bill 118 HRES 178, also known as the Affirming the House of Representatives' commitment to protect and strengthen Social Security and Medicare, is a resolution introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this resolution is to reaffirm the House of Representatives' dedication to safeguarding and enhancing two critical social programs, Social Security and Medicare.

Social Security and Medicare are vital programs that provide financial assistance and healthcare coverage to millions of Americans, particularly seniors and individuals with disabilities. The resolution acknowledges the importance of these programs in ensuring the well-being and security of vulnerable populations.

The resolution emphasizes the need to protect Social Security and Medicare from any potential threats or cuts that could jeopardize the benefits and services they provide. It also highlights the importance of ensuring the long-term sustainability and solvency of these programs for future generations. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 178 underscores the House of Representatives' commitment to upholding and strengthening Social Security and Medicare as essential pillars of the social safety net in the United States.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedAffirming the House of Representatives' commitment to protect and strengthen Social Security and Medicare.

Policy Areas
Social Welfare

Potential Impact
Medicare
Social security and elderly assistance

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary3/15/2023

This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that Social Security and Medicare should be strengthened. It also condemns commissions and the privatization of Social Security.


Latest Action3/10/2023
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.