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Easier Access to Medications for Low-Income Individuals in US Territories.

This bill aims to make it easier for low-income individuals in U.S. territories to access medications covered by Medicare Part D. It removes the requirement for territories to match federal funds for these drugs, potentially improving healthcare access for those in need.
Key points
U.S. territories will no longer need to contribute their own funds to federal allocations for Medicare Part D drugs for low-income individuals.
All costs for eligible individuals' medications in territories will be 100% covered by federal funds.
The changes apply to expenditures made on or after October 1, 2020.
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Print number: 117_HR_1823
Sponsor: Resident Commissioner González-Colón, Jenniffer [R-PR-At Large]
Process start date: 2021-03-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to remove the matching requirement for a territory to use specially allocated Federal funds for Medicare covered part D drugs for low-income individuals.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1823.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • U.S. territories will no longer need to contribute their own funds to federal allocations for Medicare Part D drugs for low-income individuals.
  • All costs for eligible individuals' medications in territories will be 100% covered by federal funds.
  • The changes apply to expenditures made on or after October 1, 2020.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Resident Commissioner González-Colón, Jenniffer [R-PR-At Large].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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