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Eliminating Disability Benefits and Medicare Waiting Periods

This Act aims to eliminate the waiting period for disability insurance benefits and Medicare access for individuals with disabilities. This means eligible individuals will receive financial support and healthcare access sooner, significantly improving their living and financial situations.
Key points
Shortens or completely removes the waiting period for disability insurance benefits, accelerating access to financial support.
Allows earlier access to Medicare for certain individuals with disabilities, eliminating the 24-month healthcare coverage waiting period.
Changes will be phased in, with full elimination of the benefits waiting period effective January 1, 2027.
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Print number: 117_S_3575
Sponsor: Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA]
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_S_3575.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-02-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Shortens or completely removes the waiting period for disability insurance benefits, accelerating access to financial support.
  • Allows earlier access to Medicare for certain individuals with disabilities, eliminating the 24-month healthcare coverage waiting period.
  • Changes will be phased in, with full elimination of the benefits waiting period effective January 1, 2027.
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. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA].

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 2026-01-02.

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