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Budget Cut Modifications: Protecting Medicare Programs

This legal act modifies how government budget cuts are applied to protect healthcare programs like Medicare. Instead of automatically cutting Medicare funds, the act directs these cuts to other specified spending programs deemed less critical. This aims to ensure financial stability for citizens' healthcare benefits.
Key points
Medicare Protection: The act aims to protect Medicare programs from automatic budget cuts.
Redirecting Cuts: Instead of Medicare, budget cuts will be directed to programs such as financial assistance for multiemployer plans, state and local fiscal recovery funds, and foreign relations expenditures not directly related to COVID-19 treatment.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_1955
Sponsor: Rep. Donalds, Byron [R-FL-19]
Process start date: 2021-03-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

RESCUE Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1955.

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 2021-03-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Medicare Protection: The act aims to protect Medicare programs from automatic budget cuts.
  • Redirecting Cuts: Instead of Medicare, budget cuts will be directed to programs such as financial assistance for multiemployer plans, state and local fiscal recovery funds, and foreign relations expenditures not directly related to COVID-19 treatment.
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 Rep. Donalds, Byron [R-FL-19].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Budget.

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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