H.R. 6114: To prohibit funds made available to the Department of Health and Human Services by previous Appropriations Acts from being used for any activity that makes Medicare Advantage the default under the Medicare program.
This bill is designed to prevent the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) from using federal funds allocated by prior appropriations to make Medicare Advantage (MA) the automatic or default option for individuals enrolling in Medicare. Specifically, the bill states that if someone qualifies for benefits under Medicare Part A and is enrolled in Part B but does not actively choose a Medicare Advantage plan, they should not automatically be assigned to one.
Key Provisions of the Bill
- The bill prohibits the use of funds from previous appropriations to create a system where Medicare Advantage becomes the default option for Medicare enrollees.
- It keeps the choice for seniors to actively select their Medicare plans, rather than being automatically enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan if they do not make a choice.
Impact on Medicare Enrollment
By introducing this limitation on the use of funds, the bill aims to ensure that beneficiaries maintain control over their healthcare choices with respect to the Medicare program. Without this bill in place, there could be a shift towards automatic enrollment in Medicare Advantage, which may not align with every individual's healthcare needs or preferences.
Reasons for the Bill
- To safeguard the choice of beneficiaries regarding their Medicare coverage options.
- To prevent potential confusion or disadvantage for those who may not fully understand the implications of automatic enrollment in Medicare Advantage.
Legislative Process
The bill has been introduced in the House of Representatives and assigned to multiple committees for consideration. This is a standard process for bills before they can move forward for a vote.
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Sponsors
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TrackMark Pocan
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TrackAndré Carson
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TrackGreg Casar
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TrackSteve Cohen
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TrackRosa L. DeLauro
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TrackDebbie Dingell
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TrackLloyd Doggett
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TrackPramila Jayapal
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TrackRo Khanna
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TrackSarah McBride
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TrackEleanor Holmes Norton
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TrackAlexandria Ocasio-Cortez
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TrackIlhan Omar
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TrackJanice D. Schakowsky
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TrackMark Takano
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TrackShri Thanedar
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TrackRashida Tlaib
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Actions
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| Date | Action |
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| Nov. 18, 2025 | Introduced in House |
| Nov. 18, 2025 | 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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