The bill aims to enhance healthcare affordability for older adults and individuals with disabilities covered by Medicare. It proposes provisions to reduce out-of-pocket costs, expand coverage for services like dental, vision, and hearing care, and cap prescription drug expenses. The bill also seeks to improve access to telehealth services and address disparities in healthcare outcomes. Overall, the legislation intends to make healthcare more accessible and affordable for vulnerable populations under Medicare.
2023-01-13: First reading, referred to Health Care & Wellness.
2023-01-27: Public hearing in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness at 8:00 AM.
2023-02-03: Executive action taken in the House Committee on Health Care & Wellness at 8:00 AM.
2023-02-03: HCW - Majority; 1st substitute bill be substituted, do pass.
2023-02-06: Minority; do not pass.
2023-02-06: Minority; without recommendation.
2023-02-07: Referred to Appropriations.
2024-01-08: By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
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