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Helping Communities with Better Support Act

7/2/2025, 6:30 PM

Summary of Bill S 1989

The bill, known as S. 1989 in the 119th Congress, aims to amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to enhance transparency and broaden coverage options related to home and community-based services. The specific directives and actions proposed within the bill are not provided in the context. This bill was introduced on June 9, 2025.

Current Status of Bill S 1989

Bill S 1989 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 9, 2025. Bill S 1989 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on June 9, 2025.  Bill S 1989's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. as of June 9, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1989

Total Number of Sponsors
3
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
3
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
1
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
1
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1989

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1989

A bill to amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to increase transparency and expand coverage options with respect to home and community-based services, and for other purposes.
A bill to amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to increase transparency and expand coverage options with respect to home and community-based services, and for other purposes.

Comments

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Hayden Gibson

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9 months ago

I just read about this new bill that was passed called the United States S Bill 1989 Helping Communities with Better Support Act. It sounds like it's going to have a positive impact on communities across the country. I'm excited to see how this will help improve support for those in need. Does anyone know more about the long term effects of this bill?

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