SENIOR CARE Act

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Explore the details of House Bill 5429 SENIOR CARE Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

10/28/2022, 1:45 AM

Congressional Summary of HR 5429

Supporting and Empowering the Nation to Improve Outcomes that Reaffirm Careers, Activities, and Recreation for the Elderly Act or the SENIOR CARE Act

This bill expands eligibility for the Medicaid Ticket to Work Program to include individuals who are 65 years of age or older. (Under the current program, states may establish a Medicaid buy-in option for working individuals with disabilities whose income exceeds the customary limits and who are between the ages of 16 and 64.)

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Current Status of Bill HR 5429

Bill HR 5429 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 13, 2019. Bill HR 5429 was introduced during Congress 116 and was introduced to the House on December 13, 2019. Bill HR 5429's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of December 16, 2019

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5429

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5429

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

- Disability and paralysis

- Employment and training programs

- Medicaid

- Medicare

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5429

SENIOR CARE Act

To amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to enable greater participation by seniors and Medicare beneficiaries in State Medicaid programs for working people with disabilities.

SENIOR CARE Act

Supporting and Empowering the Nation to Improve Outcomes that Reaffirm Careers, Activities, and Recreation for the Elderly Act