Bills · HR 2340
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 2340Health
Advancing Enrollment and Reducing Drug Costs Act
INTRO MAR 25· LAST ACTION MAR 25
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it addresses a significant challenge faced by low-income seniors transitioning from Medicaid to Medicare: the potential loss of crucial financial assistance for prescription drugs. Without automatic qualification, many vulnerable individuals may struggle to navigate the complex application process for Medicare Part D subsidies, leading to higher out-of-pocket costs, medication non-adherence, or even skipping essential drugs.
If this bill becomes law, it will create a smoother, more secure path for these seniors, ensuring continuity of care and preventing a 'benefits cliff' as they age into Medicare. It aims to reduce the burden of prescription drug costs for a particularly vulnerable population, potentially improving health outcomes and reducing financial stress. If it doesn't become law, these individuals would continue to face the existing administrative hurdles and potential financial hardship when moving from Medicaid to Medicare.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Automatically qualifies certain Medicaid beneficiaries for Medicare Part D prescription drug premium and cost-sharing subsidies.
This simplifies access to financial aid for prescription drugs for a vulnerable population, removing administrative barriers.
PROVISION 02
Applies to individuals who were enrolled in a state Medicaid plan the day before turning 65 and have income below 200% of the poverty line.
It targets specific low-income seniors at a critical transition point, ensuring help for those who most likely need it.
PROVISION 03
The subsidies will be provided for a 'limited period of time' as determined by the Secretary.
This provision indicates the assistance is temporary, balancing support with potential long-term program costs.
PROVISION 04
The changes will take effect for Medicare Part D plan years beginning on or after January 1, 2027.
This sets a clear timeframe for when the new rules will be implemented, allowing time for preparation.
SPONSORSHIP
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D· New Hampshire
YRS IN OFFICE
7
BILLS LED
56
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSMAR 25
Introduced in House
MAR 25
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 2340
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMar 25, 2025
Last actionMar 25, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAR 25, 2025
House BillHR 2340Health
Advancing Enrollment and Reducing Drug Costs Act
INTRODUCED MAR 25, 2025· LAST ACTION MAR 25, 2025
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READING
2 min
COSPONSORS
1
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