HR-1717 : Still Just a Bill

Protecting Married Seniors from Impoverishment Act of 2021

This bill makes permanent certain provisions regarding Medicaid eligibility that protect against spousal impoverishment for recipients of home and community-based services. Under current law, these provisions expire on September 30, 2023.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2021-03-10CommitteeReferred to the Subcommittee on Health.House committee actions
2021-03-09IntroReferralReferred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.House floor actions
2021-03-09IntroReferralIntroduced in HouseLibrary of Congress

Policy Area :

Health
See Subjects
  • Home and outpatient care
  • Marriage and family status
  • Medicaid

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