Helping Seniors Lower Their Health Care Costs Act
12/15/2023, 4:09 PMSummary of Bill S 3244
Bill 118 s 3244, also known as the Helping Seniors Lower Their Health Care Costs Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to provide assistance to senior citizens in reducing their healthcare expenses.One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a program that would help seniors navigate the complex healthcare system and find the most cost-effective options for their medical needs. This program would provide resources and support to help seniors understand their healthcare coverage, compare prices for medical services, and find ways to save money on prescription drugs.
Additionally, the bill aims to increase transparency in healthcare pricing by requiring healthcare providers to disclose the cost of their services upfront. This would allow seniors to make more informed decisions about their healthcare and avoid unexpected expenses. Furthermore, the Helping Seniors Lower Their Health Care Costs Act includes measures to expand access to telehealth services for seniors, allowing them to receive medical care remotely and potentially save on transportation costs. Overall, this bill is designed to help seniors better manage their healthcare expenses and make informed decisions about their medical care. It is currently under review in Congress and may undergo changes before being voted on.
Read the Full Bill
Current Status of Bill S 3244
Bill S 3244 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 7, 2023. Bill S 3244 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on November 7, 2023. Bill S 3244's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. as of November 7, 2023Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3244
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3244
Primary Policy Focus
HealthAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 3244
Helping Seniors Lower Their Health Care Costs ActHelping Seniors Lower Their Health Care Costs ActA bill to amend the Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act of 2008 to extend funding outreach and assistance for low-income programs.Comments
Most relevant
Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 3244
Latest Bills
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Waste Emissions Charge for Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems: Procedures for Facilitating Compliance, Including Netting and Exemptions".
Bill HJRES 35March 29, 2025
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, Department of Energy relating to "Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Commercial Refrigerators, Freezers, and Refrigerator-Freezers".
Bill HJRES 75March 29, 2025
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Energy relating to "Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Walk-In Coolers and Walk-In Freezers".
Bill HJRES 24March 29, 2025
No 340B Savings for Transgender Care Act
Bill HR 2197March 29, 2025
Major Richard Star Act
Bill HR 2102March 29, 2025
Ending China’s Unfair Advantage Act of 2025
Bill HR 2115March 29, 2025
IMPACT Act 2.0
Bill HR 2122March 29, 2025
Protecting Individuals with Down Syndrome Act
Bill HR 2251March 29, 2025
To amend title 14, United States Code, to require the retention of certain enlisted members of the Coast Guard who have completed 18 or more, but less than 20, years of service, and for other purposes.
Bill HR 2200March 29, 2025
Feed Hungry Veterans Act of 2025
Bill HR 2195March 29, 2025