OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE
Protect Social Security and Medicare Act
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_1950.
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 2025-03-06.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- Requires a two-thirds vote in Congress to reduce Social Security and Medicare benefits.
- Exception for Medicare Advantage plan payments if they increase other Medicare payments.
- Determinations of benefit reductions will be based solely on analyses by the Office of the Chief Actuary of the Social Security Administration.
What is the specific legal status?
The current status is Introduced.
Where can I read the full text of this legislation?
The full official text is available at:
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Who is the primary sponsor?
The primary sponsor is Rep. Pocan, Mark [D-WI-2].
What is the latest detailed status?
The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
Is this summary verified?
Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.