Protecting Married Seniors From Impoverishment Act

Senate Bill 1099 - Protecting Married Seniors From Impoverishment Act: Overview, Status, and Impact

Hozzl · 2023-01-11T13:49:22Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 1099 Protecting Married Seniors From Impoverishment Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/11/2023, 1:49 PM

Congressional Summary of S 1099

Protecting Married Seniors from Impoverishment Act

This bill makes permanent certain provisions regarding Medicaid eligibility that protect against spousal impoverishment for recipients of home and community-based services. Under current law, these provisions expire on September 30, 2023.

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Current Status of Bill S 1099

Bill S 1099 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 13, 2021. Bill S 1099 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on April 13, 2021. Bill S 1099's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. as of April 13, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1099

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1099

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

- Home and outpatient care

- Marriage and family status

- Medicaid

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1099

Protecting Married Seniors From Impoverishment Act

A bill to amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to make permanent the protections under Medicaid for recipients of home and community-based services against spousal impoverishment.

Protecting Married Seniors From Impoverishment Act