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Of inquiry directing the Secretary of Health and Human Services to provide to the House of Representatives certain documents in the Secretary's possession regarding the reinterpretation of sections 36B(c)(2)(C)(i)(II) and 5000A(e)(1)(B) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, commonly known as the "fix to the family glitch".
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Summary of Bill HRES 1262
Bill 117 H.Res. 1262, also known as the "fix to the family glitch" bill, is a resolution that directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to provide certain documents to the House of Representatives. These documents pertain to the reinterpretation of sections 36B(c)(2)(C)(i)(II) and 5000A(e)(1)(B) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986.
The "family glitch" refers to a provision in the Affordable Care Act that prevents some families from receiving premium tax credits for health insurance coverage. This provision affects families whose employer-sponsored health insurance is considered affordable for the employee, but not for the entire family. As a result, these families are not eligible for premium tax credits to help offset the cost of insurance.
The purpose of Bill 117 H.Res. 1262 is to investigate and potentially address this issue by requesting the Secretary of Health and Human Services to provide relevant documents that may shed light on the reinterpretation of the aforementioned sections of the Internal Revenue Code. This information could help lawmakers better understand the implications of the "family glitch" and potentially find a solution to ensure that all families have access to affordable health insurance coverage. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 1262 aims to gather important information to address a significant issue in the healthcare system and potentially improve access to healthcare for families across the United States.
The "family glitch" refers to a provision in the Affordable Care Act that prevents some families from receiving premium tax credits for health insurance coverage. This provision affects families whose employer-sponsored health insurance is considered affordable for the employee, but not for the entire family. As a result, these families are not eligible for premium tax credits to help offset the cost of insurance.
The purpose of Bill 117 H.Res. 1262 is to investigate and potentially address this issue by requesting the Secretary of Health and Human Services to provide relevant documents that may shed light on the reinterpretation of the aforementioned sections of the Internal Revenue Code. This information could help lawmakers better understand the implications of the "family glitch" and potentially find a solution to ensure that all families have access to affordable health insurance coverage. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 1262 aims to gather important information to address a significant issue in the healthcare system and potentially improve access to healthcare for families across the United States.
Congressional Summary of HRES 1262
This resolution requires the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to provide to the House of Representatives, not later than 14 days after the adoption of this resolution, a copy of each document, memo, correspondence, or other communication between the White House and HHS that refers or relates to the reinterpretation of the tax credit for coverage under a qualified health plan and the requirement to maintain minimum essential health care coverage (commonly known as the fix to the family glitch).
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Current Status of Bill HRES 1262
Bill HRES 1262 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 26, 2022. Bill HRES 1262 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on July 26, 2022. Bill HRES 1262's most recent activity was Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 126. as of September 28, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 1262
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 1262
Primary Policy Focus
TaxationAlternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 1262
Of inquiry directing the Secretary of Health and Human Services to provide to the House of Representatives certain documents in the Secretary's possession regarding the reinterpretation of sections 36B(c)(2)(C)(i)(II) and 5000A(e)(1)(B) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, commonly known as the "fix to the family glitch".
Of inquiry directing the Secretary of Health and Human Services to provide to the House of Representatives certain documents in the Secretary's possession regarding the reinterpretation of sections 36B(c)(2)(C)(i)(II) and 5000A(e)(1)(B) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, commonly known as the "fix to the family glitch".
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