OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE
Language Access for Medicare Beneficiaries Act of 2021
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5012.
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 2021-08-13.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- Annual Medicare notices will be translated into more languages beyond English and Spanish.
- Priority will be given to languages used by the Social Security Administration and those most frequently requested for retirement benefits.
- These changes apply to notices sent before the Medicare open enrollment period starting after January 1, 2022.
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:
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Who is the primary sponsor?
The primary sponsor is Rep. Gomez, Jimmy [D-CA-34].
What is the latest detailed status?
The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Is this summary verified?
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