HR-2003 : Still Just a Bill

Ensuring FEHBP Coverage During Shutdowns Act

This bill provides statutory authority to allow federal employees to enroll in the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program (FEHB), or make changes to their enrollment due to a qualifying life event, during a lapse in appropriations for the federal government. Specifically, the bill designates the FEHB services as excepted services under the Anti-Deficiency Act.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2019-06-12CommitteeOrdered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.House committee actions
2019-06-12CommitteeCommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.House committee actions
2019-04-01IntroReferralReferred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.House floor actions
2019-04-01IntroReferralIntroduced in HouseLibrary of Congress

Policy Area :

Government Operations and Politics
See Subjects
  • Employee benefits and pensions
  • Government employee pay, benefits, personnel management
  • Health care costs and insurance
  • Health care coverage and access

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