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S. 1701 · 110th Congress · 2007–2008

A bill to provide for the extension of transitional medical assistance (TMA) and the abstinence education program through the end of fiscal year 2007, and for other purposes.

S. 1701 in the 110th Congress (2007–2008) became law — introduced on Jun 27, 2007, sponsored by Max Baucus with 1 co-sponsors. Congress held 1 roll call vote on it.

During the 110th Congress (2007–2008), George W. Bush was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.

Status
Became law
Introduced
Jun 27, 2007
Co-sponsors
1
Policy area
Health
Public law
Public Law 110-48

What it does

Amends the Tax Relief and Health Care Act of 2006 to extend transitional medical assistance (TMA) and the abstinence education program through FY2007. Amends title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act with respect to limited continuous open enrollment of original fee-for-service enrollees in Medicare Advantage non-prescription drug plans.

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

Max Baucus (D-MT). Co-sponsors: 1 Republican.

Where it stands

  • IntroducedJun 27, 2007
  • Passed the SenateJun 27, 2007
  • Passed the HouseJul 11, 2007
  • Sent to the PresidentJul 17, 2007
  • Became lawJul 18, 2007

Latest action: Became Public Law No: 110-48. (Jul 18, 2007)

How Congress voted

  • On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass
    House · Jul 11, 2007 · Passed
    291–126

Every roll call vote on this bill

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