H.R. 1956 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
To amend part B of title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide coverage of certain self-administered intramuscular and subcutaneous drugs under the Medicare Program.
H.R. 1956 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) was introduced on May 6, 2003, sponsored by Jim Greenwood with 52 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
- May 6, 2003
- Co-sponsors
- 52
- Policy area
- Health
What it does
Amends part B (Supplementary Medical Insurance) of title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to provide coverage of certain self-administered intramuscular and subcutaneous drugs under the Medicare program.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Jim Greenwood (R-PA). Co-sponsors: 38 Democrats, 13 Republicans, 1 Independent.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMay 6, 2003
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. (May 14, 2003)
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