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Eliminating Waiting Periods for Disability Benefits and Medicare Access

This act aims to shorten or eliminate the waiting period for Social Security disability benefits. This means eligible individuals with disabilities could receive their benefits sooner, significantly improving their financial situation and access to healthcare, including Medicare.
Key points
Eliminates the 5-month waiting period for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits starting January 1, 2027.
Gradually reduces the waiting period for applications filed between 2022 and 2026 (e.g., to 3 months for 2022-2024, 2 months for 2025, 1 month for 2026).
Allows earlier access to Medicare for certain individuals with disabilities by removing the 24-month waiting period.
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Print number: 117_HR_6583
Sponsor: Rep. Doggett, Lloyd [D-TX-35]
Process start date: 2022-02-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Stop the Wait Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6583.

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 2022-02-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Eliminates the 5-month waiting period for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits starting January 1, 2027.
  • Gradually reduces the waiting period for applications filed between 2022 and 2026 (e.g., to 3 months for 2022-2024, 2 months for 2025, 1 month for 2026).
  • Allows earlier access to Medicare for certain individuals with disabilities by removing the 24-month waiting period.
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. Doggett, Lloyd [D-TX-35].

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 2025-12-28.

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