Bill · H.R. 3665· House(119-HR-3665)
Medicare Economic Security Solutions Act
- Introduced
- 5/29/2025
- Last activity
- 5/29/2025 — 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
- Nikema Williams
- Cosponsors
- - 5 - 3
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "Medicare Economic Security Solutions Act," seeks to amend the Social Security Act regarding Medicare Part B. It aims to limit the late enrollment penalty to 15 percent of the monthly premium and twice the period of no enrollment. Additionally, the bill proposes to exclude certain periods of coverage from the late enrollment penalty. Specifically, it targets coverage under COBRA, retiree, and VA coverage. The changes regarding premiums and coverage exclusions would take effect after a 90-day period following the Act's enactment.
Yes· 3 of 7
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+5
The bill specifically addresses the exclusion of VA coverage from the Medicare late enrollment penalty.
Would retired people be better off under this?+5
The bill reduces financial burdens on retirees by excluding certain coverage types from late enrollment penalties.
Does this help veterans get medical care?+5
The bill excludes periods of VA coverage from the Medicare Part B late enrollment penalty.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Limiting the penalty amount: The bill changes the penalty from 10 percent of the monthly premium to 15 percent of the monthly premium for a period equal to twice the number of months in full 12-month periods. (Section 2(a))
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Excluding specific coverage types: The bill seeks to exclude periods from the late enrollment penalty for individuals who can demonstrate coverage under chapter 17 of title 38 of the United States Code. (Section 3(a))
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Special enrollment opportunities: The bill amends the Social Security Act to include special enrollment periods for individuals when certain coverage status terms are removed. (Section 4(a))
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Increased penalty percentage: The monthly premium penalty is increased from 10 percent to 15 percent. (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+5Good For Veterans+5Good For Seniors+4
- Healthcare
- Improves Veterans Healthcare+5Improves Healthcare Access+4
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Veterans Benefits+5
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Social Security+3
- 12/9/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 11/10/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 11/7/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 8/12/2025
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 6/9/2025
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 5/29/2025
- 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
Julia BrownleyDemocrat · California
Vicente GonzalezDemocrat · Texas
Young KimRepublican · California
Jennifer KiggansRepublican · Virginia
Eleanor NortonDemocrat · District of Columbia
Chellie PingreeDemocrat · Maine
Maria SalazarRepublican · Florida
Darren SotoDemocrat · Florida