No Obamacare for Illegal Aliens Act of 2023

12/20/2024, 9:06 AM

Summary of Bill HR 4727

Bill 118 hr 4727, also known as the No Obamacare for Illegal Aliens Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to prevent undocumented immigrants from receiving benefits under the Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare.

The bill specifically states that individuals who are not lawfully present in the United States are not eligible for any benefits or subsidies provided under the Affordable Care Act. This includes access to health insurance plans offered through the federal marketplace, as well as any financial assistance that may be available to help individuals pay for their coverage.

Supporters of the bill argue that it is important to ensure that taxpayer-funded benefits are only available to those who are legally residing in the country. They believe that allowing undocumented immigrants to access benefits under the Affordable Care Act would be unfair to American citizens and legal residents who are struggling to afford healthcare. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that denying healthcare benefits to undocumented immigrants could have negative consequences for public health. They argue that everyone, regardless of their immigration status, should have access to affordable healthcare in order to prevent the spread of diseases and ensure the well-being of all individuals living in the United States. Overall, the No Obamacare for Illegal Aliens Act of 2023 is a controversial piece of legislation that raises important questions about healthcare access for undocumented immigrants in the United States. It remains to be seen how this bill will progress through Congress and what impact it may have on the healthcare system in the country.

Current Status of Bill HR 4727

Bill HR 4727 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 19, 2023. Bill HR 4727 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 19, 2023.  Bill HR 4727's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of December 17, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4727

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
2
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
38
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
38
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4727

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

Border security and unlawful immigrationHealth care costs and insuranceHealth care coverage and accessImmigration status and proceduresMedicaidSex and reproductive healthWomen's health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4727

No Obamacare for Illegal Aliens Act of 2023No Obamacare for Illegal Aliens Act of 2023To exclude certain individuals subject to certain deferred action from eligibility for health plans offered on the Exchanges, advance payments of the premium tax credit, cost-sharing reductions, a Basic Health Program, and for Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Programs, and for other purposes.
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