BURDEN Act
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To President
- Became Law
Overview
The BURDEN Act requires Members of Congress to certify that they meet certain work requirements for Medicaid and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Specifically, they must demonstrate community engagement and comply with the work requirements as if they were a SNAP recipient. This legislation applies to health benefits offered through the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program. It aims to increase accountability for congressional healthcare benefits.
Key provisions
- Members of Congress must certify community engagement.
- Members must certify compliance with SNAP work requirements.
- Certifications are required monthly.
- The certification applies to health benefits through the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program.
- The Act defines ‘Member of Congress’ according to existing law.
- The bill is also known as the Bringing Unfair Reporting Duties to Electeds Now Act (BURDEN Act).
Who is affected
- Members of Congress
- Federal Employees
- Beneficiaries of Medicaid
- Beneficiaries of SNAP
Notable changes
- Introduces a requirement for congressional members to demonstrate work requirements compliance for healthcare benefits.
- Creates a new certification process for congressional members regarding community engagement and SNAP work requirements.
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