ABC Act

The ABC Act (HR 2491) requires the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and the Social Security Administration to review and simplify eligibility processes, forms, and communications for Medicare, Medicaid, CHIP, and Social Security programs. It specifically aims to reduce duplicate paperwork for family caregivers - defined as individuals supporting people with disabilities or health needs - and improve accessibility through features like ADA-compliant websites, translation services, and reduced call wait times. The agencies must gather input from caregivers and organizations, then implement changes to streamline interactions. Within two years, they must report findings and proposed actions to Congress, with follow-up reports every two years. This procedural bill focuses on administrative improvements, not new benefits.