Bill · H.R. 2340· House(119-HR-2340)
Advancing Enrollment and Reducing Drug Costs Act
- Introduced
- 3/25/2025
- Last activity
- 3/25/2025 — Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- Sponsored by
- Chris Pappas
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the ``Advancing Enrollment and Reducing Drug Costs Act'', aims to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act. It seeks to provide automatic qualification for certain Medicaid beneficiaries to receive premium and cost-sharing subsidies under Medicare Part D. This applies to individuals who are enrolled in specific medical assistance programs as of the day before they turn 65. These individuals must also have income below 200 percent of the applicable poverty line. The provisions would take effect for plan years beginning on or after January 1, 2027.
Yes· 3 of 7
Would people over 65 be better off under this?+8
The bill provides direct financial assistance to seniors transitioning from Medicaid to Medicare Part D.
Would retired people be better off under this?+8
The bill directly benefits retirees by reducing the cost of their Medicare Part D prescription drugs.
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+7
The bill specifically targets low-income individuals by providing them with healthcare subsidies.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Automatic subsidy qualification: Certain Medicaid beneficiaries would be treated as subsidy eligible individuals for a limited period of time, which may help reduce drug costs under Medicare Part D (Section 2(a)).
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Financial assistance for low-income individuals: The bill targets individuals who have income below 200 percent of the poverty line applicable to a family of the size involved, providing them with premium and cost-sharing subsidies (Section 2(a)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Limited duration of benefits: The automatic qualification for subsidies is specified to be for a limited period of time, as determined by the Secretary (Section 2(a)).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Retirees+8Good For Seniors+8Good For Low Income Households+7
- Healthcare
- Reduces Prescription Drug Costs+7Improves Healthcare Access+5Increases Medicare Funding+5
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Poverty Reduction+4
- 3/25/2025
- Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
Paul TonkoDemocrat · New York