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Extending Funding for Low-Income Senior Health Care Assistance Programs

This Act extends funding for key assistance programs that help low-income seniors reduce their health care costs. It ensures the continuity of State Health Insurance Programs, Area Agencies on Aging, Aging and Disability Resource Centers, and the National Center for Benefits and Outreach Enrollment. A total of $50 million is allocated for fiscal year 2024 for these outreach and assistance efforts.
Key points
Funding Extension: Provides funds for fiscal year 2024 for programs assisting low-income seniors.
Major Allocations ($15M): State Health Insurance Programs (SHIP), Area Agencies on Aging (AAA), and the National Center for Benefits and Outreach Enrollment will each receive $15 million.
Resource Centers ($5M): Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRC) will receive $5 million.
Purpose: Maintaining funding aims to ensure continued outreach and assistance for seniors regarding programs that lower health care costs.
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Print number: 118_S_3244
Sponsor: Sen. Warner, Mark R. [D-VA]
Process start date: 2023-11-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Helping Seniors Lower Their Health Care Costs Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3244.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-11-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Funding Extension: Provides funds for fiscal year 2024 for programs assisting low-income seniors.
  • Major Allocations ($15M): State Health Insurance Programs (SHIP), Area Agencies on Aging (AAA), and the National Center for Benefits and Outreach Enrollment will each receive $15 million.
  • Resource Centers ($5M): Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRC) will receive $5 million.
  • Purpose: Maintaining funding aims to ensure continued outreach and assistance for seniors regarding programs that lower health care costs.
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 2025-12-30.

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