Recognizing the historic significance of Medicare on the 61st anniversary of its enactment.
This resolution commemorates the 61st anniversary of the Medicare program, which was enacted in 1965 to provide health insurance for seniors and individuals with disabilities. It acknowledges the program's role in covering approximately 70 million Americans and highlights its growth from 19 million beneficiaries in 1966 to its current scale. The text honors the contributions of healthcare providers, caregivers, and government personnel who maintain the system while recognizing the program's impact on healthcare access and financial security.
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Introduced Jul 27, 2026
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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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