Bill · H.R. 9709· House(119-HR-9709)
Medicare Premiums Reduction Act of 2026
- Introduced
- 7/15/2026
- Last activity
- 7/15/2026 — 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
- Thomas Kean
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "Medicare Premiums Reduction Act of 2026," proposes changes to the Social Security Act. It aims to adjust how the income related monthly adjustment amount applies to Medicare Part B premiums. The legislation modifies existing timeframes for certain provisions. It also introduces new income thresholds and percentages for years beginning with 2027.
Yes· 3 of 6
Would people over 65 be better off under this?+5
The bill raises the income threshold for premium adjustments, potentially lowering costs for high-earning seniors starting in 2027.
Would retired people be better off under this?+5
The bill adjusts Medicare Part B premium calculations which directly impacts retiree monthly expenses.
Would high-income households be better off under this?+4
The new thresholds and percentages provide a different calculation for those earning over $171,000.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Adjusted Income Thresholds: The bill introduces a new threshold of $171,000 for years beginning with 2027, which updates the current $85,000 figure (Section 2, paragraph 1).
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New Income Brackets for 2027: The bill establishes specific applicable percentages for different modified adjusted gross income levels starting in 2027 (Section 2, paragraph 2, subclause (A)(ii)):
- 65 percent for income more than $171,000 but not more than $205,000.
- 80 percent for income more than $205,000 but less than $500,000.
- 85 percent for income that is at least $500,000.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Changes to Existing Timeframes: The bill modifies the duration of certain existing provisions by limiting them to the years 2019 through 2026 (Section 2, paragraph 2, subclause (A)(i)).
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 Seniors+5Good For High Income Households+4Good For High Net Worth Individuals+4
- Healthcare
- Increases Medicare Funding+1
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Social Security+1
- 7/15/2026
- 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
Young KimRepublican · California