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Protect Seniors and Cut Waste Act: COVID-19 Funds, Stimulus Rebates, and PAYGO Delay

This Act, cited as the Protect Seniors and Cut Waste Act, aims to delay budget cuts (sequestration) under the PAYGO Act resulting from the American Rescue Plan. It simultaneously cuts funds for state and local recovery funds (by a total of $280 billion) and cultural programs, while reallocating $12.3 billion to the Public Health and Social Services Emergency Fund. Key changes also exclude undocumented individuals and incarcerated persons from receiving 2021 stimulus rebates and introduce a Social Security Number requirement for COBRA subsidy eligibility.
Key points
Delay of budget cuts (PAYGO sequestration) related to the American Rescue Plan Act.
Reduction of funds allocated under the Coronavirus State Fiscal Recovery Fund provisions by a total of $280 billion (two reductions of $140 billion each).
Appropriation of an additional $12.3 billion for the Public Health and Social Services Emergency Fund to reimburse healthcare providers for COVID-19 related expenses or lost revenues.
Exclusion of individuals not lawfully present in the United States and incarcerated individuals from receiving 2021 recovery rebates (stimulus checks).
Requirement of a Social Security Number to receive COBRA continuation coverage subsidies.
Rescission of unobligated funds from the American Rescue Plan Act designated for the National Endowment for the Arts, National Endowment for the Humanities, and the Emergency Federal Employee Leave Fund.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_1999
Sponsor: Rep. Smith, Jason [R-MO-8]
Process start date: 2021-03-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Protect Seniors and Cut Waste Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1999.

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 2021-03-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Delay of budget cuts (PAYGO sequestration) related to the American Rescue Plan Act.
  • Reduction of funds allocated under the Coronavirus State Fiscal Recovery Fund provisions by a total of $280 billion (two reductions of $140 billion each).
  • Appropriation of an additional $12.3 billion for the Public Health and Social Services Emergency Fund to reimburse healthcare providers for COVID-19 related expenses or lost revenues.
  • Exclusion of individuals not lawfully present in the United States and incarcerated individuals from receiving 2021 recovery rebates (stimulus checks).
  • Requirement of a Social Security Number to receive COBRA continuation coverage subsidies.
  • Rescission of unobligated funds from the American Rescue Plan Act designated for the National Endowment for the Arts, National Endowment for the Humanities, and the Emergency Federal Employee Leave Fund.
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. Smith, Jason [R-MO-8].

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 2026-01-02.

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