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H.R. 1406 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004

To amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to permit additional States to enter into long-term care partnerships under the Medicaid Program in order to promote the use of long-term care insurance.

H.R. 1406 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) was introduced on Mar 20, 2003, sponsored by John Peterson with 39 co-sponsors.

During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Introduced
Introduced
Mar 20, 2003
Co-sponsors
39
Policy area
Health

What it does

Amends title XIX (Medicaid) of the Social Security Act to permit additional States to enter into long-term care partnerships to promote the use of long-term care insurance.

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

John Peterson (R-PA). Co-sponsors: 10 Democrats, 29 Republicans.

Where it stands

  • IntroducedMar 20, 2003
  • Passed the House—
  • Passed the Senate—
  • Sent to the President—
  • Became law—

Latest action: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. (Apr 10, 2003)

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