S. 984 · 114th Congress · 2015–2016
Steve Gleason Act of 2015
S. 984 in the 114th Congress (2015–2016) became law — introduced on Apr 16, 2015, sponsored by David Vitter with 6 co-sponsors.
During the 114th Congress (2015–2016), Barack Obama was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Apr 16, 2015
- Co-sponsors
- 6
- Policy area
- Health
- Public law
- Public Law 114-40
What it does
Steve Gleason Act of 2015 (Sec. 2) This bill amends title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to cover as durable medical equipment any eye tracking and gaze interaction accessories for speech generating devices furnished to individuals with a demonstrated medical need for them. (Sec.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
David Vitter (R-LA). Co-sponsors: 1 Democrat, 4 Republicans, 1 Independent.
Where it stands
- IntroducedApr 16, 2015
- Passed the SenateApr 22, 2015
- Passed the HouseJul 15, 2015
- Sent to the PresidentJul 22, 2015
- Became lawJul 30, 2015
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 114-40. (Jul 30, 2015)
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Committees
- Energy and Commerce Committee
- Ways and Means Committee
More
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