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Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2) to amend title XXI of the Social Security Act to extend and improve the Children's Health Insurance Program, and for other purposes.

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Summary of Bill HRES 52

Bill H.Res. 52 is a resolution that provides for the consideration of another bill, H.R. 2, which aims to amend title XXI of the Social Security Act in order to extend and enhance the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP). The Children's Health Insurance Program provides health insurance coverage to children from low-income families who do not qualify for Medicaid but cannot afford private insurance.

The purpose of H.R. 2 is to ensure that children have access to affordable and comprehensive health care coverage. The bill seeks to extend the CHIP program, which was originally created in 1997, and make improvements to the program to better meet the needs of children and families.

The resolution, H.Res. 52, sets the rules for considering H.R. 2 in the House of Representatives. It outlines the procedures for debating and voting on the bill, as well as any amendments that may be proposed. The resolution is an important step in the legislative process, as it helps to ensure that the bill is considered in a fair and orderly manner. Overall, Bill H.Res. 52 and H.R. 2 are focused on improving access to health care for children from low-income families through the CHIP program. The bills aim to extend and enhance the program to better meet the needs of children and families across the United States.

Current Status of Bill HRES 52

Bill HRES 52 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 13, 2009. Bill HRES 52 was introduced during Congress 111 and was introduced to the House on January 13, 2009.  Bill HRES 52's most recent activity was Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. as of January 14, 2009

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 52

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
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Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 52

Primary Policy Focus

Congress

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