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Health Care Improvement Act: Lower Costs, Broader Coverage

This act aims to reduce healthcare costs and expand health insurance coverage for more Americans. It introduces changes to premium subsidies, facilitates access to insurance for working families, and strengthens Medicaid programs. Additionally, the act seeks to increase transparency and support small businesses in accessing health insurance.
Key points
Increased premium subsidies for individuals across various income levels, reducing monthly insurance costs.
Improved access to affordable health insurance for working families previously facing coverage gaps.
Support for states to expand Medicaid programs and provide extended postpartum care for women.
Establishment of a public health care option designed to be competitively priced and accessible to more individuals.
Empowering Medicare to negotiate prescription drug prices, potentially lowering costs for seniors.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_352
Sponsor: Sen. Warner, Mark R. [D-VA]
Process start date: 2021-02-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Health Care Improvement Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_352.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-02-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased premium subsidies for individuals across various income levels, reducing monthly insurance costs.
  • Improved access to affordable health insurance for working families previously facing coverage gaps.
  • Support for states to expand Medicaid programs and provide extended postpartum care for women.
  • Establishment of a public health care option designed to be competitively priced and accessible to more individuals.
  • Empowering Medicare to negotiate prescription drug prices, potentially lowering costs for seniors.
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 Sen. Warner, Mark R. [D-VA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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