S. 847 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
Early Treatment for HIV Act of 2003
S. 847 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) was introduced on Apr 9, 2003, sponsored by Gordon Smith with 33 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
- Apr 9, 2003
- Co-sponsors
- 33
- Policy area
- Health
What it does
Early Treatment for HIV Act of 2003 - Amends title XIX (Medicaid) of the Social Security Act to give States the option of providing Medicaid coverage for certain low-income HIV-infected individuals. Provides States taking advantage of this option with an enhanced Federal Medicaid match.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Gordon Smith (R-OR). Co-sponsors: 29 Democrats, 4 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedApr 9, 2003
- Passed the Senate—
- Passed the House—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5091) (Apr 9, 2003)
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- S. 286: Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities Prevention Act of 2003
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- H.R. 3038: Health Care Safety Net Amendments Technical Corrections Act of 2003
Committees
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From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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