A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to expand eligibility for the refundable credit for coverage under a qualified health plan.

1/14/2025, 11:56 AM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Bill 119 s 46, also known as the "Expand Eligibility for Health Plan Credit Act," is a proposed piece of legislation that aims to make changes to the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 in order to broaden the scope of individuals who are eligible to receive a refundable credit for coverage under a qualified health plan.

The bill seeks to expand the eligibility criteria for this refundable credit, which is currently available to individuals who meet certain income requirements and are enrolled in a qualified health plan. By expanding eligibility, more individuals would be able to receive financial assistance to help cover the costs of their health insurance premiums.

If passed, this bill would provide much-needed support to a larger number of Americans who may be struggling to afford health insurance coverage. It would also help to increase access to quality healthcare for individuals who may not currently qualify for the refundable credit under the existing criteria. Overall, the "Expand Eligibility for Health Plan Credit Act" aims to improve the affordability and accessibility of healthcare for a broader range of individuals, ultimately working towards the goal of ensuring that all Americans have access to the healthcare they need.
Congress
119

Number
S - 46

Introduced on
2025-01-09

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Bill 119 s 46, also known as the "Expand Eligibility for Health Plan Credit Act," is a proposed piece of legislation that aims to make changes to the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 in order to broaden the scope of individuals who are eligible to receive a refundable credit for coverage under a qualified health plan.

The bill seeks to expand the eligibility criteria for this refundable credit, which is currently available to individuals who meet certain income requirements and are enrolled in a qualified health plan. By expanding eligibility, more individuals would be able to receive financial assistance to help cover the costs of their health insurance premiums.

If passed, this bill would provide much-needed support to a larger number of Americans who may be struggling to afford health insurance coverage. It would also help to increase access to quality healthcare for individuals who may not currently qualify for the refundable credit under the existing criteria. Overall, the "Expand Eligibility for Health Plan Credit Act" aims to improve the affordability and accessibility of healthcare for a broader range of individuals, ultimately working towards the goal of ensuring that all Americans have access to the healthcare they need.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to expand eligibility for the refundable credit for coverage under a qualified health plan.

Comments

APPROVED
AP
Arabella Peterson
@bok_choy_buknu_asafoetida25818
this bill is so dumb, it gonna mess up my taxes and make everything more complicated. why they gotta make things so hard for us regular folks? smh.

APPROVED
DC
Daphne Case
@star_anise_new_zealand_spinach_thai_basil81404
I don't like it.

Recent Activity

Latest Action1/9/2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.