Expanding Health Care Options for First Responders Act

Hozzl · 2024-12-19T09:07:10Z

Explore the details of House Bill 6030 Expanding Health Care Options for First Responders Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/19/2024, 9:07 AM

Summary of Bill HR 6030

Bill 118 hr 6030, also known as the Expanding Health Care Options for First Responders Act, aims to provide additional health care options for first responders who have been exposed to harmful substances while on duty. The bill recognizes the sacrifices that these individuals make in the line of duty and seeks to ensure that they have access to the necessary medical care and support.

Specifically, the bill expands the eligibility criteria for first responders to receive coverage under the World Trade Center Health Program. This program provides monitoring and treatment services for individuals who were present at the World Trade Center site during or after the September 11th terrorist attacks. By expanding the eligibility criteria, more first responders will be able to receive the care they need.

Additionally, the bill establishes a grant program to support research on the health effects of exposure to harmful substances for first responders. This research will help to better understand the long-term health impacts of their work and inform future policies and programs to support their well-being. Overall, the Expanding Health Care Options for First Responders Act is a bipartisan effort to ensure that those who put their lives on the line to protect others have access to the necessary health care and support. It recognizes the unique challenges faced by first responders and seeks to provide them with the resources they need to stay healthy and safe.

Congressional Summary of HR 6030

Expanding Health Care Options for First Responders Act

This bill establishes a Medicare buy-in option for certain qualifying first responders.

Specifically, the bill allows first responders aged 50 to 64 to enroll in Medicare if they are retired or otherwise separated from service due to a disability. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) must determine enrollment periods and set premiums for the buy-in option established under the bill, in accordance with specified requirements. The CMS must also award grants to states and nonprofit organizations for outreach and enrollment activities relating to the buy-in option.

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Current Status of Bill HR 6030

Bill HR 6030 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since October 24, 2023. Bill HR 6030 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on October 24, 2023. Bill HR 6030's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of December 17, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6030

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6030

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6030

Expanding Health Care Options for First Responders ActExpanding Health Care Options for First Responders ActTo amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide an option for first responders age 50 to 64 who are separated from service due to retirement or disability to buy into Medicare.

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