S 691
Medicare Extra Rx HELP Act of 2019
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Bill overview
This bill, the Medicare Extra Rx Higher Eligibility Limits in Part D Act of 2019, aims to make prescription drug costs more affordable for low-income Medicare beneficiaries. It increases the income limit for qualifying for premium subsidies under Medicare Part D from 135% to 200% of the federal poverty level. The bill also adjusts resource requirements for eligibility, ensuring more seniors and individuals with disabilities can access assistance with out-of-pocket drug costs. It achieves this through changes to the Social Security Act.
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Primary sponsor
Robert P., Jr. Casey
Cosponsors
Debbie Stabenow
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