HOUSE 142116th CongressReferred to the Subcommittee on National Parks, Forests, and Public Lands.

Recognizing the anniversary of the Adams-Onís Treaty.

Last Action: 3/1/2019

Actions

2019-01-31Referred to the Subcommittee on Social Security.
2019-01-03Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
2019-01-03Introduced in House
2019-01-03Introduced in House

CRS Summary

As of 2019-01-03 (00)

Social Security Disability Fairness Act of 2019

This bill allows an individual diagnosed with a terminal illness to receive disability payments under the Old Age, Survivors, and Disability Insurance program during the waiting period for such payments (which typically lasts five months). It also establishes a phased-in payment schedule for such payments.

These provisions shall expire January 1, 2025.

Cosponsors (2)

Rashida Tlaib (D-MI)
Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ)

Subjects

Congressional oversight
Disability assistance
Long-term, rehabilitative, and terminal care
Social security and elderly assistance

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