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Improved TRICARE Health Coverage for Military Families' Young Adults

This bill aims to improve access to the TRICARE Young Adult health program for adult children of military service members. The key changes include expanding eligibility for the program and eliminating the requirement to pay a separate premium for the young adult's coverage. This translates to potentially lower costs and easier access to health insurance for thousands of military families.
Key points
Expanded Eligibility: More adult children of military families will qualify to enroll in the TRICARE Young Adult Program.
Elimination of Separate Premium: The requirement to pay an additional, separate premium for TRICARE Young Adult coverage is removed, reducing costs for families.
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Print number: 118_S_956
Sponsor: Sen. Kelly, Mark [D-AZ]
Process start date: 2023-03-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Health Care Fairness for Military Families Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_956.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-03-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Expanded Eligibility: More adult children of military families will qualify to enroll in the TRICARE Young Adult Program.
  • Elimination of Separate Premium: The requirement to pay an additional, separate premium for TRICARE Young Adult coverage is removed, reducing costs for families.
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. Kelly, Mark [D-AZ].

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 2025-12-27.

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