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Easy Enrollment in Health Care Act

12/21/2024, 9:05 AM

Summary of Bill HR 1113

Bill 118 hr 1113, also known as the Easy Enrollment in Health Care Act, aims to simplify the process for individuals to enroll in health care coverage. The bill proposes the creation of a system where individuals are automatically enrolled in a health care plan unless they choose to opt out. This system would be similar to the way individuals are automatically enrolled in retirement savings plans unless they choose not to participate.

The bill also includes provisions to ensure that individuals are provided with clear information about their coverage options and the ability to easily compare different plans. Additionally, the bill seeks to streamline the enrollment process by allowing individuals to enroll in health care coverage through their tax returns or other government forms.

Supporters of the bill argue that it will help increase access to health care coverage for individuals who may not otherwise enroll due to the complexity of the current enrollment process. They believe that by making enrollment easier and more automatic, more individuals will have access to the health care they need. Opponents of the bill raise concerns about the potential for individuals to be enrolled in plans that may not be the best fit for their needs. They also argue that the bill could lead to increased government involvement in health care decisions. Overall, the Easy Enrollment in Health Care Act aims to simplify the process for individuals to enroll in health care coverage and increase access to health care for all Americans.

Congressional Summary of HR 1113

Easy Enrollment in Health Care Act

This bill revises the procedures related to enrollment in health insurance affordability programs, including Medicaid, the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP), and state-operated Basic Health Programs. The bill provides funding to support the changes.

Specifically, the bill permits individuals who do not have minimum essential coverage to, in conjunction with filing their tax return, determine whether any members of their household are eligible for an insurance affordability program and enroll in minimum essential coverage.

The bill makes individuals eligible for Medicaid or CHIP based on a prior finding of eligibility for the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families program or the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.

Additionally, the bill provides access to certain information to support enrollment in insurance affordability programs.

Current Status of Bill HR 1113

Bill HR 1113 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 21, 2023. Bill HR 1113 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 21, 2023.  Bill HR 1113's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of December 17, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1113

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1113

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

- Advisory bodies
- Appropriations
- Computer security and identity theft
- Computers and information technology
- Congressional oversight
- Department of Health and Human Services
- Department of the Treasury
- Government information and archives
- Government studies and investigations
- Health care costs and insurance
- Health care coverage and access
- Intergovernmental relations
- Medicaid
- Poverty and welfare assistance
- State and local government operations
- Tax administration and collection, taxpayers

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1113

Easy Enrollment in Health Care Act
Easy Enrollment in Health Care Act
To streamline enrollment in health insurance affordability programs and minimum essential coverage, and for other purposes.

Comments

Muhammad Mercer profile image

Muhammad Mercer

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1 year ago

This bill make it too easy for people to get health care. It not fair for those who work hard for their insurance. How this bill gonna affect me and my family?