United States · Resolution · HCONRES
H.Con.Res. 213 (109th)
Expressing the sense of Congress concerning the vital role of Medicare in the health care system of our Nation over the last 40 years.
Introduced
21 July 2005
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Status
Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, 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.
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Summary
Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) for the past 40 years, Medicare has made significant medical, social, and economic contributions to our Nation; (2) the access to care provided by Medicare has changed the course of health outcomes for the elderly and those with disabilities, preventing physical deterioration and preventing more individuals from slipping into poverty; (3) the program standards set under Medicare have brought social benefits such as quality certification and oversight of medical facilities to the benefit of all Americans; and (4) Congress must continue to support and strengthen this vital federal health insurance program that guarantees all Medicare beneficiaries affordable quality health care that meets their needs..
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Introduced in House (text)
Introduced in House (text)
Introduced in House · EN · 21 July 2005
Introduced in House (PDF)
Introduced in House · EN · 21 July 2005
Introduced in House
summary · EN · 21 July 2005
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- Official source: https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/house-concurrent-resolution/213
- Open data entity: https://api.congress.gov/v3/bill/109/hconres/213