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Benefit Redesign. (No Bill): proposals for providing a catastrophic cap on Medicare out-of-pocket spending to be paid for by a surcharge on private Medigap policies and employer-provided retiree health benefits. Independent Payment Advisory Board. H.R. 1: provisions to repeal or modify P.L. 111-148/P.L. 111-152 authorizing the creation of an independent commission to promulgate Medicare policies designed to reduce Medicare spending growth. Medicare Drug Savings. S. 1206, H.R. 2190: provisions extending the application of Medicaid drug rebates to prescription drugs paid for by Medicare and used by people eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid (dual-eligibles), and by people receiving the Medicare Part D Low-Income Subsidy. Home Health Benefits. (No bill): proposals pertaining to copayments for beneficiaries receiving the Medicare home health benefit. Medicare Income-relating. (No bill): proposals to increase the cost of Medicare to higher-income beneficiaries. Medicare Part A Hospital Inpatient Status. S. 818, H.R. 1543: provisions ensuring beneficiaries receiving hospital services are designated as inpatients, thereby assuring coverage of prescription drugs and post-acute care under Part A following a three-day hospitalization. Medicare Parts C and D. P.L. 110-275, P.L. 108-173: implementation of regulations and issuance of guidance relating to beneficiary eligibility, enrollment, and effectiveness of exceptions and the appeals processes under Medicare Parts C and D. Medicare Part D Negotiation of Drug Prices. S. 31, S. 44, S. 560, H.R. 999, H.R. 6392: provisions creating a Medicare-operated prescription drug plan, allowing or requiring the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services to negotiate price concessions from pharmaceutical manufacturers for drugs purchased under the Part D program. Medicare Managed Care. H.R. 4254: provisions pertaining to revisions to the coding intensity adjustment factor in the formula for the demographic adjustment used in calculating payments to Medicare Advantage organizations for 2015 and subsequent years and setting the timing of prepayments to January 2013. Medicare Supplemental Health Insurance. (No bill): proposals to increase costs for Medicare beneficiaries who purchase Medigap insurance. Medicare Physician Fees. (No bill): proposals to maintain current levels of physician fees under Part B. Comprehensive Health Care Reform. P.L. 111-148, P.L. 111-152: provisions related to reducing Medicare Advantage plan payments; reducing the Part D coverage gap; requiring higher income Medicare beneficiaries to pay an increased share of Medicare Parts B and D premium costs; expanding benefits for low-income beneficiaries under the Medicare Savings Programs and the Part D Low-Income Subsidy (LIS); improving the process for reassigning LIS beneficiaries to new plans; expanding coverage of prevention services; establishing a Medicare Commission; providing expanded Medicaid coverage for home and community-based services; authorizing the collection of data regarding disparities in the provision of care; providing safeguards and subsidies to assure affordability of health coverage for seniors. Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation. (No bill): proposals related to the planning for the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations, and the approach this office will take to test innovative payment and service delivery models to reduce program expenditures, while preserving or enhancing the quality of care for Medicare, Medicaid and CHIP beneficiaries. Federal Coordinated Health Care Office (Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office). (No bill): proposals related to activities of the Federal Coordinated Health Care Office intended to improve the quality of care for recipients who receive benefits from both Medicare and Medicaid, e.g, dual-eligibles. Long-term Services and Supports/Repeal of CLASS Act. S. 720, H.R. 1173: provisions repealing expanded support for long-term supports and services through the Community Living Assistance Services and Supports (CLASS) Act.

Medicare/Commission. P.L. 111-148, P.L. 111-152 (Sec. 4050): provisions pertaining to the repeal or modification of provisions creating an independent commission authorized to establish Medicare payment and policy designed to reduce Medicare spending growth. Medicare Drug Savings. S. 1206, H.R. 2190: provisions extending Medicaid drug rebates to prescription drugs paid for by Medicare and used by people eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid (dual-eligibles), and by people receiving the Medicare Part D Low-Income Subsidy. Medicare/Home Health Benefits. (No bill): proposals regarding potential copayments for beneficiaries receiving the Medicare home health benefit. Medicare/Income-relating. (No bill): proposals to increase costs for higher-income Medicare beneficiaries. Medicare/Part A Hospital Inpatient Status. S. 818, H.R. 1543: provisions ensuring beneficiaries receiving hospital services are designated as inpatients, thereby assuring coverage of prescription drugs and post-acute care under Part A following a three-day hospitalization. Medicare Part B Drug Savings. S. 1699: provisions pertaining to provisions that reduce the cost of prescription drugs paid for under Medicare Part B. Medicare/Parts C and D. P.L. 110-275, P.L. 108-173: provisions pertaining to the implementation of regulations and issuance of guidance relating to beneficiary eligibility, enrollment, and effectiveness of exceptions and the appeals processes under Medicare Parts C and D. Medicare/Part D plan, Negotiation of Part D Drug Prices. S. 31, S. 44, S. 560, H.R. 999: provisions creating a Medicare-operated prescription drug plan, allowing or requiring the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services to negotiate price concessions from pharmaceutical manufacturers for drugs purchased under the Part D program. Medicare/Managed Care. Medicare Advantage Program Integrity Act of 2012. H.R. 4254: provisions pertaining to revisions of the coding intensity adjustment factor in the formula for the demographic adjustment used in calculating payments to Medicare Advantage organizations for 2015 and subsequent years and sets the timing of prepayments to beginning with January 2013. Medicare/Medicare Supplemental Health Insurance. (No bill): proposals to increase costs for Medicare beneficiaries who purchase Medigap insurance. Medicare/Physician Fees. P.L. 112-96, (H.R. 3630): provisions pertaining to provisions that maintain current levels of physician fees under Medicare Part B; extending the therapy caps exceptions process; extending the Qualified Individual program. Medicare/Premium Support/Privatization. (No bill): proposals to convert Medicare from a defined benefit plan to a premium support/voucher system. Medicare/Raising Eligibility Age. (No bill): proposals to raise the Medicare eligibility age from 65 to 67. Medicare/Medicaid. Comprehensive Health Care Reform. P.L. 111-148, P.L. 111-152: provisions related to reducing Medicare Advantage plan payments; reducing the Part D coverage gap; requiring higher income Medicare beneficiaries to pay an increased share of Medicare Parts B and D premium costs; expanding benefits for low-income beneficiaries under the Medicare Savings Programs and the Part D Low-Income Subsidy (LIS); improving the process for reassigning LIS beneficiaries to new plans; expanding coverage of prevention services; establishing a Medicare Commission; providing expanded Medicaid coverage for home and community-based services; authorizing the collection of data regarding disparities in the provision of care; providing safeguards and subsidies to assure affordability of health coverage for seniors. Medicare and Medicaid/Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations. (No bill): proposals related to the planning for the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations, and the approach this office will take to test innovative payment and service delivery models to reduce program expenditures, while preserving or enhancing the quality of care for Medicare, Medicaid and CHIP beneficiaries. Medicare and Medicaid/Federal Coordinated Health Care Office (Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office). (No bill): proposals related to activities of the Federal Coordinated Health Care Office intended to improve the quality of care for recipients who receive benefits from both Medicare and Medicaid, i.e., dual-eligibles. Long-term Care Financing via Tax Deduction. (No bill): provisions amending the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow individuals a deduction for qualified long-term care insurance premiums, use of such insurance under cafeteria plans and flexible spending arrangements, and a credit for individuals with long -term care needs. Long-term Services and Supports/Community Living Assistance Services and Supports (CLASS) Act. S. 720, H.R. 1173: provisions repealing previously enacted expanded support for long-term supports and services.

Medicare Dental Benefits. S. 3272, H.R. 5909: provisions creating a Medicare Part B dental benefit. Medigap Benefits. S. 3271: provisions expanding access to Medicare supplemental insurance. Benefit Redesign. (No Bill): proposal to provide a catastrophic cap on Medicare out-of-pocket spending funded by a surcharge on private Medigap policies and employer-provided retiree health benefits. Independent Payment Advisory Board. H.R. 452, S. 668, H.R. 1 (Sec. 4050): proposals to repeal or modify the provisions of P.L. 111-148 and P.L. 111-152 reducing Medicare spending growth through an independent commission. Medicare Drug Savings. S. 1206, H.R. 2190: provisions extending Medicaid drug rebates to prescription drugs paid for by Medicare on behalf of Medicare-Medicaid dual-eligibles, and by Medicare Part D Low-Income Subsidy beneficiaries. Home Health Benefits. (No bill): proposal to require copayments from people receiving the Medicare home health benefit. Medicare Income-relating. (No bill): proposals to increase the percent of Medicare beneficiaries paying higher income-related premiums. Medicare Part A Hospital Inpatient Status. S. 818, H.R. 1543: provisions ensuring beneficiaries receiving hospital services are designated as inpatients, thereby assuring coverage of prescription drugs and post-acute care under Part A following a three-day hospitalization. Medicare Parts C and D. P.L. 110-275, P.L. 108-173: implementation of regulations and the issuance of guidance relating to beneficiary eligibility, enrollment, and effectiveness of exceptions and the appeals processes under Medicare Parts C and D. Medicare Part D Negotiation of Drug Prices. S. 31, S. 44, S. 560, H.R. 999, H.R. 3638: provisions creating a Medicare-operated prescription drug plan, allowing or requiring the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services to negotiate price concessions from pharmaceutical manufacturers for drugs purchased under the Part D program. Medicare Managed Care. H.R. 4254: provisions pertaining to revising the coding intensity adjustment factor in the demographic adjustment formula (used in calculating payments to Medicare Advantage organizations) for 2015 and subsequent years and setting the timing of prepayments beginning with January 2013. Medicare Supplemental Health Insurance. (No bill): proposals to increase costs for Medicare supplemental insurance. Medicare Physician Fees. P.L. 112-96, (H.R. 3630): provisions maintaining current levels of physician fees under Part B; extending the therapy caps exceptions process; and extending the Qualified Individual program. Medicare Privatization/Premium Support. (H. Con. Res. 112 and S. Con. Res. 37): provisions to convert Medicare from a defined benefit plan to a premium support/voucher system. Raising Medicare Eligibility Age. (H. Con. Res. 112 and S. Con. Res. 37): provisions to raise the Medicare eligibility age from 65 to 67. Prescription Drug Safety. P.L.112-144 (S. 3187, H.R. 3988, H.R. 4087, H.R. 5334, S. 2236, S. 2289 and S. 2516): provisions facilitating the importation of prescription drugs; preventing pharmaceutical fraud by requiring good corporate behavior; facilitating the adoption of modern information technology; and prohibiting brand name drug companies from compensating generic drug companies to delay the entry of a generic drug into the market. Public Health Service Act Dental Care. S. 1878, H.R. 4091: provisions pertaining to offering grant support to national dental programs that provide pro-bono dental care to Medicare and Medicaid eligible low-income children and adults. Comprehensive Health Care Reform. P.L. 111-148, P.L. 111-152: provisions related to reducing Medicare Advantage plan payments; reducing the Part D coverage gap; requiring higher income Medicare beneficiaries to pay an increased share of Medicare Parts B and D premium costs; expanding benefits for low-income beneficiaries under the Medicare Savings Programs and the Part D Low-Income Subsidy (LIS); improving the process for reassigning LIS beneficiaries to new plans; expanding coverage of prevention services; establishing a Medicare Commission; providing expanded Medicaid coverage for home and community-based services; authorizing the collection of data regarding disparities in the provision of care; providing safeguards and subsidies to assure affordability of health coverage for seniors. Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations. (No bill): proposals related to planning for the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations, and the approach this entity will take to test innovative payment and service delivery models to reduce program expenditures, while preserving or enhancing the quality of care for Medicare, Medicaid and CHIP beneficiaries. Federal Coordinated Health Care Office/Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office. (No bill): proposals related to activities of the Federal Coordinated Health Care Office intended to improve the quality of care for Medicare and Medicaid dual-eligibles. Long-term Care Financing. (No bill): proposals to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow individuals a deduction for qualified long-term care insurance premiums; to permit the use of qualified long-term care insurance under cafeteria plans and flexible spending arrangements; and to provide a tax credit for individuals with long-term care needs. Long-term Services and Supports/Repeal of CLASS. S. 720, H.R. 1173: provisions repealing the Community Living Assistance Services and Supports (CLASS) Act.

Benefit Redesign. (No Bill): proposals for providing a catastrophic cap on Medicare out-of-pocket spending to be paid for by a surcharge on private Medigap policies and employer-provided retiree health benefits. Independent Payment Advisory Board. H.R. 1: provisions to repeal or modify P.L. 111-148/P.L. 111-152 authorizing the creation of an independent commission to promulgate Medicare policies designed to reduce Medicare spending growth. Medicare Drug Savings. S. 1206, H.R. 2190: provisions extending the application of Medicaid drug rebates to prescription drugs paid for by Medicare and used by people eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid (dual-eligibles), and by people receiving the Medicare Part D Low-Income Subsidy. Home Health Benefits. (No bill): proposals pertaining to copayments for beneficiaries receiving the Medicare home health benefit. Medicare Income-relating. (No bill): proposals to increase the cost of Medicare to higher-income beneficiaries. Medicare Part A Hospital Inpatient Status. S. 818, H.R. 1543: provisions ensuring beneficiaries receiving hospital services are designated as inpatients, thereby assuring coverage of prescription drugs and post-acute care under Part A following a three-day hospitalization. Medicare Parts C and D. P.L. 110-275, P.L. 108-173: implementation of regulations and issuance of guidance relating to beneficiary eligibility, enrollment, and effectiveness of exceptions and the appeals processes under Medicare Parts C and D. Medicare Part D Negotiation of Drug Prices. S. 31, S. 44, S. 560, H.R. 999, H.R. 6392: provisions creating a Medicare-operated prescription drug plan, allowing or requiring the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services to negotiate price concessions from pharmaceutical manufacturers for drugs purchased under the Part D program. Medicare Managed Care. H.R. 4254: provisions pertaining to revisions to the coding intensity adjustment factor in the formula for the demographic adjustment used in calculating payments to Medicare Advantage organizations for 2015 and subsequent years and setting the timing of prepayments to January 2013. Medicare Supplemental Health Insurance. (No bill): proposals to increase costs for Medicare beneficiaries who purchase Medigap insurance. Medicare Physician Fees. (No bill): proposals to maintain current levels of physician fees under Part B. Comprehensive Health Care Reform. P.L. 111-148, P.L. 111-152: provisions related to reducing Medicare Advantage plan payments; reducing the Part D coverage gap; requiring higher income Medicare beneficiaries to pay an increased share of Medicare Parts B and D premium costs; expanding benefits for low-income beneficiaries under the Medicare Savings Programs and the Part D Low-Income Subsidy (LIS); improving the process for reassigning LIS beneficiaries to new plans; expanding coverage of prevention services; establishing a Medicare Commission; providing expanded Medicaid coverage for home and community-based services; authorizing the collection of data regarding disparities in the provision of care; providing safeguards and subsidies to assure affordability of health coverage for seniors. Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation. (No bill): proposals related to the planning for the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations, and the approach this office will take to test innovative payment and service delivery models to reduce program expenditures, while preserving or enhancing the quality of care for Medicare, Medicaid and CHIP beneficiaries. Federal Coordinated Health Care Office (Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office). (No bill): proposals related to activities of the Federal Coordinated Health Care Office intended to improve the quality of care for recipients who receive benefits from both Medicare and Medicaid, e.g, dual-eligibles. Long-term Services and Supports/Repeal of CLASS Act. S. 720, H.R. 1173: provisions repealing expanded support for long-term supports and services through the Community Living Assistance Services and Supports (CLASS) Act.

Medicare Dental Benefits. S. 3272, H.R. 5909: provisions creating a Medicare Part B dental benefit. Medigap Benefits. S. 3271: provisions expanding access to Medicare supplemental insurance. Benefit Redesign. (No Bill): proposal to provide a catastrophic cap on Medicare out-of-pocket spending funded by a surcharge on private Medigap policies and employer-provided retiree health benefits. Independent Payment Advisory Board. H.R. 452, S. 668, H.R. 1 (Sec. 4050): proposals to repeal or modify the provisions of P.L. 111-148 and P.L. 111-152 reducing Medicare spending growth through an independent commission. Medicare Drug Savings. S. 1206, H.R. 2190: provisions extending Medicaid drug rebates to prescription drugs paid for by Medicare on behalf of Medicare-Medicaid dual-eligibles, and by Medicare Part D Low-Income Subsidy beneficiaries. Home Health Benefits. (No bill): proposal to require copayments from people receiving the Medicare home health benefit. Medicare Income-relating. (No bill): proposals to increase the percent of Medicare beneficiaries paying higher income-related premiums. Medicare Part A Hospital Inpatient Status. S. 818, H.R. 1543: provisions ensuring beneficiaries receiving hospital services are designated as inpatients, thereby assuring coverage of prescription drugs and post-acute care under Part A following a three-day hospitalization. Medicare Parts C and D. P.L. 110-275, P.L. 108-173: implementation of regulations and the issuance of guidance relating to beneficiary eligibility, enrollment, and effectiveness of exceptions and the appeals processes under Medicare Parts C and D. Medicare Part D Negotiation of Drug Prices. S. 31, S. 44, S. 560, H.R. 999, H.R. 3638: provisions creating a Medicare-operated prescription drug plan, allowing or requiring the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services to negotiate price concessions from pharmaceutical manufacturers for drugs purchased under the Part D program. Medicare Managed Care. H.R. 4254: provisions pertaining to revising the coding intensity adjustment factor in the demographic adjustment formula (used in calculating payments to Medicare Advantage organizations) for 2015 and subsequent years and setting the timing of prepayments beginning with January 2013. Medicare Supplemental Health Insurance. (No bill): proposals to increase costs for Medicare supplemental insurance. Medicare Physician Fees. P.L. 112-96, (H.R. 3630): provisions maintaining current levels of physician fees under Part B; extending the therapy caps exceptions process; and extending the Qualified Individual program. Medicare Privatization/Premium Support. (H. Con. Res. 112 and S. Con. Res. 37): provisions to convert Medicare from a defined benefit plan to a premium support/voucher system. Raising Medicare Eligibility Age. (H. Con. Res. 112 and S. Con. Res. 37): provisions to raise the Medicare eligibility age from 65 to 67. Prescription Drug Safety. P.L.112-144 (S. 3187, H.R. 3988, H.R. 4087, H.R. 5334, S. 2236, S. 2289 and S. 2516): provisions facilitating the importation of prescription drugs; preventing pharmaceutical fraud by requiring good corporate behavior; facilitating the adoption of modern information technology; and prohibiting brand name drug companies from compensating generic drug companies to delay the entry of a generic drug into the market. Public Health Service Act Dental Care. S. 1878, H.R. 4091: provisions pertaining to offering grant support to national dental programs that provide pro-bono dental care to Medicare and Medicaid eligible low-income children and adults. Comprehensive Health Care Reform. P.L. 111-148, P.L. 111-152: provisions related to reducing Medicare Advantage plan payments; reducing the Part D coverage gap; requiring higher income Medicare beneficiaries to pay an increased share of Medicare Parts B and D premium costs; expanding benefits for low-income beneficiaries under the Medicare Savings Programs and the Part D Low-Income Subsidy (LIS); improving the process for reassigning LIS beneficiaries to new plans; expanding coverage of prevention services; establishing a Medicare Commission; providing expanded Medicaid coverage for home and community-based services; authorizing the collection of data regarding disparities in the provision of care; providing safeguards and subsidies to assure affordability of health coverage for seniors. Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations. (No bill): proposals related to planning for the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations, and the approach this entity will take to test innovative payment and service delivery models to reduce program expenditures, while preserving or enhancing the quality of care for Medicare, Medicaid and CHIP beneficiaries. Federal Coordinated Health Care Office/Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office. (No bill): proposals related to activities of the Federal Coordinated Health Care Office intended to improve the quality of care for Medicare and Medicaid dual-eligibles. Long-term Care Financing. (No bill): proposals to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow individuals a deduction for qualified long-term care insurance premiums; to permit the use of qualified long-term care insurance under cafeteria plans and flexible spending arrangements; and to provide a tax credit for individuals with long-term care needs. Long-term Services and Supports/Repeal of CLASS. S. 720, H.R. 1173: provisions repealing the Community Living Assistance Services and Supports (CLASS) Act.

Medicare/Commission. P.L. 111-148, P.L. 111-152 (Sec. 4050): provisions pertaining to the repeal or modification of provisions creating an independent commission authorized to establish Medicare payment and policy designed to reduce Medicare spending growth. Medicare Drug Savings. S. 1206, H.R. 2190: provisions extending Medicaid drug rebates to prescription drugs paid for by Medicare and used by people eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid (dual-eligibles), and by people receiving the Medicare Part D Low-Income Subsidy. Medicare/Home Health Benefits. (No bill): proposals regarding potential copayments for beneficiaries receiving the Medicare home health benefit. Medicare/Income-relating. (No bill): proposals to increase costs for higher-income Medicare beneficiaries. Medicare/Part A Hospital Inpatient Status. S. 818, H.R. 1543: provisions ensuring beneficiaries receiving hospital services are designated as inpatients, thereby assuring coverage of prescription drugs and post-acute care under Part A following a three-day hospitalization. Medicare Part B Drug Savings. S. 1699: provisions pertaining to provisions that reduce the cost of prescription drugs paid for under Medicare Part B. Medicare/Parts C and D. P.L. 110-275, P.L. 108-173: provisions pertaining to the implementation of regulations and issuance of guidance relating to beneficiary eligibility, enrollment, and effectiveness of exceptions and the appeals processes under Medicare Parts C and D. Medicare/Part D plan, Negotiation of Part D Drug Prices. S. 31, S. 44, S. 560, H.R. 999: provisions creating a Medicare-operated prescription drug plan, allowing or requiring the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services to negotiate price concessions from pharmaceutical manufacturers for drugs purchased under the Part D program. Medicare/Managed Care. Medicare Advantage Program Integrity Act of 2012. H.R. 4254: provisions pertaining to revisions of the coding intensity adjustment factor in the formula for the demographic adjustment used in calculating payments to Medicare Advantage organizations for 2015 and subsequent years and sets the timing of prepayments to beginning with January 2013. Medicare/Medicare Supplemental Health Insurance. (No bill): proposals to increase costs for Medicare beneficiaries who purchase Medigap insurance. Medicare/Physician Fees. P.L. 112-96, (H.R. 3630): provisions pertaining to provisions that maintain current levels of physician fees under Medicare Part B; extending the therapy caps exceptions process; extending the Qualified Individual program. Medicare/Premium Support/Privatization. (No bill): proposals to convert Medicare from a defined benefit plan to a premium support/voucher system. Medicare/Raising Eligibility Age. (No bill): proposals to raise the Medicare eligibility age from 65 to 67. Medicare/Medicaid. Comprehensive Health Care Reform. P.L. 111-148, P.L. 111-152: provisions related to reducing Medicare Advantage plan payments; reducing the Part D coverage gap; requiring higher income Medicare beneficiaries to pay an increased share of Medicare Parts B and D premium costs; expanding benefits for low-income beneficiaries under the Medicare Savings Programs and the Part D Low-Income Subsidy (LIS); improving the process for reassigning LIS beneficiaries to new plans; expanding coverage of prevention services; establishing a Medicare Commission; providing expanded Medicaid coverage for home and community-based services; authorizing the collection of data regarding disparities in the provision of care; providing safeguards and subsidies to assure affordability of health coverage for seniors. Medicare and Medicaid/Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations. (No bill): proposals related to the planning for the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations, and the approach this office will take to test innovative payment and service delivery models to reduce program expenditures, while preserving or enhancing the quality of care for Medicare, Medicaid and CHIP beneficiaries. Medicare and Medicaid/Federal Coordinated Health Care Office (Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office). (No bill): proposals related to activities of the Federal Coordinated Health Care Office intended to improve the quality of care for recipients who receive benefits from both Medicare and Medicaid, i.e., dual-eligibles. Long-term Care Financing via Tax Deduction. (No bill): provisions amending the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow individuals a deduction for qualified long-term care insurance premiums, use of such insurance under cafeteria plans and flexible spending arrangements, and a credit for individuals with long -term care needs. Long-term Services and Supports/Community Living Assistance Services and Supports (CLASS) Act. S. 720, H.R. 1173: provisions repealing previously enacted expanded support for long-term supports and services.

Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 1086, H.R. 776, H.R. 539, H.R. 456, S. 1876, S. 2037, S. 2252: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) to compute cost-of-living increases for Social Security and Medicare benefits and authorizing a cost-of-living adjustment for Social Security recipients. Chained CPI (No bill): proposal to replace the current index used to calculate the Social Security COLA with a chained CPI. Social Security Privatization. H.R. 2109, H.R. 2889: provisions converting Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Security Protection. H.R. 1118, H.R. 796, H.R. 1630, S. 582, S.AMDT. 207 to S. 493: provisions removing Social Security Trust Fund receipts and disbursements from the federal budget baseline; limiting Trust Fund proceeds to OASDI purposes; prohibiting increases to the retirement age or the early retirement age, reductions in cost-of-living increases, reductions of benefit payment amounts, or the creation of private retirement accounts carved out of Social Security. Social Security Benefits. S. 1213, S. 804: provisions requiring progressive indexing or modifying cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) to one percent below the Consumer Price Index and implementing longevity indexing (i.e., raising the retirement age) of Social Security old-age insurance benefits and increasing the Social Security retirement age. Social Security Payroll Tax Holiday. (No bill): proposals to extend the payroll tax holiday beyond Calendar Year 2012. Annual Social Security Statements. S. 3295: options to modify the Social Security Administrations decision suspending the production and mailing of individual Social Security Statements. Social Security direct deposit requirement. (No bill): proposals whereby beneficiaries with disabilities could apply for waivers to the new direct deposit requirement. Raising the Payroll Tax Cap. S. 2252: provisions raising the amount of wages subject to payroll taxes. Mandatory Direct Deposit. (No bill): options to modify the Administration mandate that federal benefit recipients collect there monthly benefit via direct deposit. Womens Social Security Improvements and Protections. (No bill): proposals to improve benefit equity and benefit safeguards for women, including improving survivor benefits; providing Social Security credits for caregiving; enhancing the special minimum benefit; equalizing rules for disabled and working widows; restoring student benefits; improving benefits for disabled children; strengthening the COLA; increasing the basic benefit; and equalizing benefits for same-sex married couples. Equal Benefits for Same-Sex Married Couples and Partners. H.R. 4609: provisions authorizing the treatment of permanent partnerships between individuals of the same gender as marriage for purposes of determining entitlement to Social Security benefits.

Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 1086, H.R. 776, H.R. 539, H.R. 456, S. 1876, S. 2037, S. 2252: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) to compute cost-of-living increases for Social Security and Medicare benefits and authorizing a cost-of-living adjustment for Social Security recipients in 2011. Consumer Price Index for Social Security Beneficiaries/Chained CPI. (No bill): proposal to replace the current index used to calculate the Social Security COLA with a chained CPI. Social Security Privatization. H.R. 2109, H.R. 2889: provisions converting Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Security Protection. H.R. 1118, H.R. 796, H.R. 1630, S. 582 S.AMDT. 207 to S. 493: provisions removing Social Security Trust Fund receipts and disbursements from the federal budget baseline; limiting Trust Fund proceeds to OASDI purposes; prohibiting increases to the retirement age or the early retirement age, reductions in cost-of-living increases, reductions of benefit payment amounts, or the creation of private retirement accounts carved out of Social Security. Social Security Benefits. S. 1213, S. 804: provisions requiring progressive indexing or modifying cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) to one percent below the general COLA and implementing longevity indexing (i.e., raising the retirement age) of Social Security old-age insurance benefits. Social Security Payroll Tax Holiday. H.R. 3743: proposal to extend the current payroll tax holiday through the end of Calendar Year 2012, increase the percentage reduction from the current 2 percent to 3.1 percent, and extend it to employers in certain situations. Social Security Payroll Tax Holiday. H.R. 3630: provisions extending the payroll tax holiday through the end of Calendar Year 2012. Annual Social Security Statements. (No bill): options to modify the Social Security Administrations decision suspending the production and mailing of individual Social Security Statements. Raising the Payroll Tax Cap. S. 2252: provisions raising the amount of wages subject to payroll taxes.

Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 1086, H.R. 776, H.R. 539, H.R. 456, S. 1876, S. 2037, S. 2252: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) to compute cost-of-living increases for Social Security and Medicare benefits and authorizing a cost-of-living adjustment for Social Security recipients in 2011. Consumer Price Index for Social Security Beneficiaries/Chained CPI. (No bill): proposal to replace the current index used to calculate the Social Security COLA with a chained CPI. Social Security Privatization. H.R. 2109, H.R. 2889: provisions converting Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Security Protection. H.R. 1118, H.R. 796, H.R. 1630, S. 582 S.AMDT. 207 to S. 493: provisions removing Social Security Trust Fund receipts and disbursements from the federal budget baseline; limiting Trust Fund proceeds to OASDI purposes; prohibiting increases to the retirement age or the early retirement age, reductions in cost-of-living increases, reductions of benefit payment amounts, or the creation of private retirement accounts carved out of Social Security. Social Security Benefits. S. 1213, S. 804: provisions requiring progressive indexing or modifying cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) to one percent below the general COLA and implementing longevity indexing (i.e., raising the retirement age) of Social Security old-age insurance benefits. Social Security Payroll Tax Holiday. H.R. 3743: proposal to extend the current payroll tax holiday through the end of Calendar Year 2012, increase the percentage reduction from the current 2 percent to 3.1 percent, and extend it to employers in certain situations. Social Security Payroll Tax Holiday. H.R. 3630: provisions extending the payroll tax holiday through the end of Calendar Year 2012. Annual Social Security Statements. (No bill): options to modify the Social Security Administrations decision suspending the production and mailing of individual Social Security Statements. Raising the Payroll Tax Cap. S. 2252: provisions raising the amount of wages subject to payroll taxes.

Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 1086, H.R. 776, H.R. 539, H.R. 456, S. 1876, S. 2037, S. 2252: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) to compute cost-of-living increases for Social Security and Medicare benefits and authorizing a cost-of-living adjustment for Social Security recipients. Chained CPI (No bill): proposal to replace the current index used to calculate the Social Security COLA with a chained CPI. Social Security Privatization. H.R. 2109, H.R. 2889: provisions converting Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Security Protection. H.R. 1118, H.R. 796, H.R. 1630, S. 582, S.AMDT. 207 to S. 493: provisions removing Social Security Trust Fund receipts and disbursements from the federal budget baseline; limiting Trust Fund proceeds to OASDI purposes; prohibiting increases to the retirement age or the early retirement age, reductions in cost-of-living increases, reductions of benefit payment amounts, or the creation of private retirement accounts carved out of Social Security. Social Security Benefits. S. 1213, S. 804: provisions requiring progressive indexing or modifying cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) to one percent below the Consumer Price Index and implementing longevity indexing (i.e., raising the retirement age) of Social Security old-age insurance benefits and increasing the Social Security retirement age. Social Security Payroll Tax Holiday. (No bill): proposals to extend the payroll tax holiday beyond Calendar Year 2012. Annual Social Security Statements. S. 3295: options to modify the Social Security Administrations decision suspending the production and mailing of individual Social Security Statements. Social Security direct deposit requirement. (No bill): proposals whereby beneficiaries with disabilities could apply for waivers to the new direct deposit requirement. Raising the Payroll Tax Cap. S. 2252: provisions raising the amount of wages subject to payroll taxes. Mandatory Direct Deposit. (No bill): options to modify the Administration mandate that federal benefit recipients collect there monthly benefit via direct deposit. Womens Social Security Improvements and Protections. (No bill): proposals to improve benefit equity and benefit safeguards for women, including improving survivor benefits; providing Social Security credits for caregiving; enhancing the special minimum benefit; equalizing rules for disabled and working widows; restoring student benefits; improving benefits for disabled children; strengthening the COLA; increasing the basic benefit; and equalizing benefits for same-sex married couples. Equal Benefits for Same-Sex Married Couples and Partners. H.R. 4609: provisions authorizing the treatment of permanent partnerships between individuals of the same gender as marriage for purposes of determining entitlement to Social Security benefits.

Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 776, H.R. 456, S. 1876: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) to compute cost-of-living increases (COLA) for Social Security benefits. Chained CPI (No bill): proposal to replace the current index used to calculate the Social Security COLA with a chained CPI. Social Security Privatization. H.R. 2109, H.R. 2889: proposals to convert Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Insurance Protection. H.Res. 733: provisions declaring that any agreement to replace the Budget Control Act of 2011 should not cut Medicare, Medicaid or Social Security benefits, but should contain revenue increases. Social Security Benefits. S. 1213, S. 804: provisions requiring progressive indexing, modifying COLAs, and increasing the Social Security retirement age. Social Security Payroll Tax Holiday Extension. (No Bill): proposals extending the payroll tax holiday beyond calendar year 2012. Annual Social Security Statements. S. 3295: options to modify the Social Security Administrations decision suspending the production and mailing of individual Social Security Statements. Raising the Payroll Tax Cap. S. 2252: provisions raising the amount of wages subject to payroll taxes. Social Security Mandatory Direct Deposit. (No bill): proposals to modify the Administrations mandate that federal benefit recipients receive benefits via direct deposit. Womens Social Security Improvements and Protections. (No bill): proposals to safeguard and improve benefit equity for women, including improving survivor benefits; providing Social Security credits for caregiving; enhancing the special minimum benefit; equalizing rules for disabled and working widows; restoring student benefits; improving benefits for disabled children; strengthening the COLA; increasing the basic benefit; and equalizing benefits for same-sex married couples. Social Security Equality. H.R. 4609: provisions requiring Social Security Administration to recognize legal partnerships for the purposes of survivor, retirement and other benefits. Social Security Administration Commissioner and Deputy Commissioner Appointments. (No Bill): issues surrounding the impending leadership transition at the Social Security Administration.

Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 776, H.R. 456, S. 1876: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) to compute cost-of-living increases (COLA) for Social Security benefits. Chained CPI (No bill): proposal to replace the current index used to calculate the Social Security COLA with a "chained CPI." Social Security Privatization. H.R. 2109, H.R. 2889: provisions converting Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Security Protection. S. 582, S.AMDT. 207 to S. 493: provisions removing Social Security Trust Fund receipts and disbursements from the federal budget baseline; limiting Trust Fund proceeds to OASDI purposes; prohibiting increases to the retirement age or the early retirement age; reducing cost-of-living increases; reducing benefit payment amounts; and creating private retirement accounts carved out of Social Security payroll tax revenues. Social Insurance Protection. H.Res. 733: provisions declaring that any agreement to replace the Budget Control Act of 2011 should not cut Medicare, Medicaid or Social Security benefits, but should contain revenue increases. Social Security Benefits. S. 1213, S. 804: provisions requiring progressive indexing, modifying COLAs, and increasing the Social Security retirement age. Social Security Payroll Tax Holiday Extension. (No Bill): proposals extending the payroll tax holiday beyond calendar year 2012. Annual Social Security Statements. S. 3295: options to modify the Social Security Administrations decision suspending the production and mailing of individual Social Security Statements. Raising the Payroll Tax Cap. S. 2252: provisions raising the amount of wages subject to payroll taxes. Social Security Mandatory Direct Deposit. (No bill): proposals to modify the Administrations mandate that federal benefit recipients receive benefit via direct deposit. Womens Social Security Improvements and Protections. (No bill): proposals to safeguard and improve benefit equity for women, including improving survivor benefits; providing Social Security credits for caregiving; enhancing the special minimum benefit; equalizing rules for disabled and working widows; restoring student benefits; improving benefits for disabled children; strengthening the COLA; increasing the basic benefit; and equalizing benefits for same-sex married couples. Social Security Equality. H.R. 4609 : provisions requiring Social Security Administration to recognize legal partnerships for the purposes of survivor, retirement and other benefits.

Medicare Benefit Redesign. (No Bill): proposals for providing a catastrophic cap on Medicare out-of-pocket spending to be paid for by a surcharge on private Medigap policies and employer-provided retiree health benefits. Medicare Drug Savings. S. 1206, H.R. 2190: provisions extending the application of Medicaid drug rebates to prescription drugs paid for by Medicare and used by people eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid (dual-eligibles), and by people receiving the Medicare Part D Low-Income Subsidy. Medicare Home Health Benefits. (No bill): proposals pertaining to copayments for beneficiaries receiving the Medicare home health benefit. Medicare Income-relating. (No bill): proposals to increase the cost of Medicare to higher-income beneficiaries. Medicare Eligibility Age (No Bill): proposals to increase the Medicare eligibility age. Medicare Parts C and D. P.L. 110-275, P.L. 108-173: implementation of regulations and issuance of guidance relating to beneficiary eligibility, enrollment, and effectiveness of exceptions and the appeals processes under Medicare Parts C and D. Medicare Part D Negotiation of Drug Prices. S. 31, S. 44, S. 560, H.R. 999, H.R. 6392: proposals to create a Medicare-operated prescription drug plan, allowing or requiring the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services to negotiate price concessions from pharmaceutical manufacturers for drugs purchased under the Part D program. Medicare Supplemental Health Insurance. (No bill): proposals to increase costs for Medicare beneficiaries who purchase Medigap insurance. Medicare Physician Fees. (P.L. 112-240): proposal to maintain current levels of physician fees under Part B. Comprehensive Health Care Reform. P.L. 111-148, P.L. 111-152: implementation of the provisions reducing Medicare Advantage plan payments; reducing the Part D coverage gap; requiring higher income Medicare beneficiaries to pay an increased share of Medicare Parts B and D premium costs; expanding benefits for low-income beneficiaries under the Medicare Savings Programs and the Part D Low-Income Subsidy (LIS); improving the process for reassigning LIS beneficiaries to new plans; expanding coverage of prevention services; establishing a Medicare Commission; providing expanded Medicaid coverage for home and community-based services; authorizing the collection of data regarding disparities in the provision of care; providing safeguards and subsidies to assure affordability of health coverage for seniors. Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation. (No bill): proposals related to the planning for the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations, and the approach the Center will take to test innovative payment and service delivery models to reduce program expenditures, while preserving or enhancing the quality of care for Medicare, Medicaid and CHIP beneficiaries. Federal Coordinated Health Care Office (Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office). (No bill): proposals related to the activities of the Federal Coordinated Health Care Office intended to improve the quality of care for recipients who receive benefits from both Medicare and Medicaid, e.g, dual-eligibles.

Benefit Redesign. (No Bill): proposals for providing a catastrophic cap on Medicare out-of-pocket spending to be paid for by a surcharge on private Medigap policies and employer-provided retiree health benefits. Independent Payment Advisory Board. H.R. 1: provisions to repeal or modify P.L. 111-148/P.L. 111-152 authorizing the creation of an independent commission to promulgate Medicare policies designed to reduce Medicare spending growth. Medicare Drug Savings. S. 1206, H.R. 2190: provisions extending the application of Medicaid drug rebates to prescription drugs paid for by Medicare and used by people eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid (dual-eligibles), and by people receiving the Medicare Part D Low-Income Subsidy. Home Health Benefits. (No bill): proposals pertaining to copayments for beneficiaries receiving the Medicare home health benefit. Medicare Income-relating. (No bill): proposals to increase the cost of Medicare to higher-income beneficiaries. Medicare Part A Hospital Inpatient Status. S. 818, H.R. 1543: provisions ensuring beneficiaries receiving hospital services are designated as inpatients, thereby assuring coverage of prescription drugs and post-acute care under Part A following a three-day hospitalization. Medicare Parts C and D. P.L. 110-275, P.L. 108-173: implementation of regulations and issuance of guidance relating to beneficiary eligibility, enrollment, and effectiveness of exceptions and the appeals processes under Medicare Parts C and D. Medicare Part D Negotiation of Drug Prices. S. 31, S. 44, S. 560, H.R. 999, H.R. 6392: provisions creating a Medicare-operated prescription drug plan, allowing or requiring the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services to negotiate price concessions from pharmaceutical manufacturers for drugs purchased under the Part D program. Medicare Managed Care. H.R. 4254: provisions pertaining to revisions to the coding intensity adjustment factor in the formula for the demographic adjustment used in calculating payments to Medicare Advantage organizations for 2015 and subsequent years and setting the timing of prepayments to January 2013. Medicare Supplemental Health Insurance. (No bill): proposals to increase costs for Medicare beneficiaries who purchase Medigap insurance. Medicare Physician Fees. (No bill): proposals to maintain current levels of physician fees under Part B. Comprehensive Health Care Reform. P.L. 111-148, P.L. 111-152: provisions related to reducing Medicare Advantage plan payments; reducing the Part D coverage gap; requiring higher income Medicare beneficiaries to pay an increased share of Medicare Parts B and D premium costs; expanding benefits for low-income beneficiaries under the Medicare Savings Programs and the Part D Low-Income Subsidy (LIS); improving the process for reassigning LIS beneficiaries to new plans; expanding coverage of prevention services; establishing a Medicare Commission; providing expanded Medicaid coverage for home and community-based services; authorizing the collection of data regarding disparities in the provision of care; providing safeguards and subsidies to assure affordability of health coverage for seniors. Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation. (No bill): proposals related to the planning for the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations, and the approach this office will take to test innovative payment and service delivery models to reduce program expenditures, while preserving or enhancing the quality of care for Medicare, Medicaid and CHIP beneficiaries. Federal Coordinated Health Care Office (Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office). (No bill): proposals related to activities of the Federal Coordinated Health Care Office intended to improve the quality of care for recipients who receive benefits from both Medicare and Medicaid, e.g, dual-eligibles. Long-term Services and Supports/Repeal of CLASS Act. S. 720, H.R. 1173: provisions repealing expanded support for long-term supports and services through the Community Living Assistance Services and Supports (CLASS) Act.

Medicare/Commission. P.L. 111-148, P.L. 111-152 (Sec. 4050): provisions pertaining to the repeal or modification of provisions creating an independent commission authorized to establish Medicare payment and policy designed to reduce Medicare spending growth. Medicare Drug Savings. S. 1206, H.R. 2190: provisions extending Medicaid drug rebates to prescription drugs paid for by Medicare and used by people eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid (dual-eligibles), and by people receiving the Medicare Part D Low-Income Subsidy. Medicare/Home Health Benefits. (No bill): proposals regarding potential copayments for beneficiaries receiving the Medicare home health benefit. Medicare/Income-relating. (No bill): proposals to increase costs for higher-income Medicare beneficiaries. Medicare/Part A Hospital Inpatient Status. S. 818, H.R. 1543: provisions ensuring beneficiaries receiving hospital services are designated as inpatients, thereby assuring coverage of prescription drugs and post-acute care under Part A following a three-day hospitalization. Medicare Part B Drug Savings. S. 1699: provisions pertaining to provisions that reduce the cost of prescription drugs paid for under Medicare Part B. Medicare/Parts C and D. P.L. 110-275, P.L. 108-173: provisions pertaining to the implementation of regulations and issuance of guidance relating to beneficiary eligibility, enrollment, and effectiveness of exceptions and the appeals processes under Medicare Parts C and D. Medicare/Part D plan, Negotiation of Part D Drug Prices. S. 31, S. 44, S. 560, H.R. 999: provisions creating a Medicare-operated prescription drug plan, allowing or requiring the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services to negotiate price concessions from pharmaceutical manufacturers for drugs purchased under the Part D program. Medicare/Managed Care. Medicare Advantage Program Integrity Act of 2012. H.R. 4254: provisions pertaining to revisions of the coding intensity adjustment factor in the formula for the demographic adjustment used in calculating payments to Medicare Advantage organizations for 2015 and subsequent years and sets the timing of prepayments to beginning with January 2013. Medicare/Medicare Supplemental Health Insurance. (No bill): proposals to increase costs for Medicare beneficiaries who purchase Medigap insurance. Medicare/Physician Fees. P.L. 112-96, (H.R. 3630): provisions pertaining to provisions that maintain current levels of physician fees under Medicare Part B; extending the therapy caps exceptions process; extending the Qualified Individual program. Medicare/Premium Support/Privatization. (No bill): proposals to convert Medicare from a defined benefit plan to a premium support/voucher system. Medicare/Raising Eligibility Age. (No bill): proposals to raise the Medicare eligibility age from 65 to 67. Medicare/Medicaid. Comprehensive Health Care Reform. P.L. 111-148, P.L. 111-152: provisions related to reducing Medicare Advantage plan payments; reducing the Part D coverage gap; requiring higher income Medicare beneficiaries to pay an increased share of Medicare Parts B and D premium costs; expanding benefits for low-income beneficiaries under the Medicare Savings Programs and the Part D Low-Income Subsidy (LIS); improving the process for reassigning LIS beneficiaries to new plans; expanding coverage of prevention services; establishing a Medicare Commission; providing expanded Medicaid coverage for home and community-based services; authorizing the collection of data regarding disparities in the provision of care; providing safeguards and subsidies to assure affordability of health coverage for seniors. Medicare and Medicaid/Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations. (No bill): proposals related to the planning for the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations, and the approach this office will take to test innovative payment and service delivery models to reduce program expenditures, while preserving or enhancing the quality of care for Medicare, Medicaid and CHIP beneficiaries. Medicare and Medicaid/Federal Coordinated Health Care Office (Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office). (No bill): proposals related to activities of the Federal Coordinated Health Care Office intended to improve the quality of care for recipients who receive benefits from both Medicare and Medicaid, i.e., dual-eligibles. Long-term Care Financing via Tax Deduction. (No bill): provisions amending the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow individuals a deduction for qualified long-term care insurance premiums, use of such insurance under cafeteria plans and flexible spending arrangements, and a credit for individuals with long -term care needs. Long-term Services and Supports/Community Living Assistance Services and Supports (CLASS) Act. S. 720, H.R. 1173: provisions repealing previously enacted expanded support for long-term supports and services.

Medicare Dental Benefits. S. 3272, H.R. 5909: provisions creating a Medicare Part B dental benefit. Medigap Benefits. S. 3271: provisions expanding access to Medicare supplemental insurance. Benefit Redesign. (No Bill): proposal to provide a catastrophic cap on Medicare out-of-pocket spending funded by a surcharge on private Medigap policies and employer-provided retiree health benefits. Independent Payment Advisory Board. H.R. 452, S. 668, H.R. 1 (Sec. 4050): proposals to repeal or modify the provisions of P.L. 111-148 and P.L. 111-152 reducing Medicare spending growth through an independent commission. Medicare Drug Savings. S. 1206, H.R. 2190: provisions extending Medicaid drug rebates to prescription drugs paid for by Medicare on behalf of Medicare-Medicaid dual-eligibles, and by Medicare Part D Low-Income Subsidy beneficiaries. Home Health Benefits. (No bill): proposal to require copayments from people receiving the Medicare home health benefit. Medicare Income-relating. (No bill): proposals to increase the percent of Medicare beneficiaries paying higher income-related premiums. Medicare Part A Hospital Inpatient Status. S. 818, H.R. 1543: provisions ensuring beneficiaries receiving hospital services are designated as inpatients, thereby assuring coverage of prescription drugs and post-acute care under Part A following a three-day hospitalization. Medicare Parts C and D. P.L. 110-275, P.L. 108-173: implementation of regulations and the issuance of guidance relating to beneficiary eligibility, enrollment, and effectiveness of exceptions and the appeals processes under Medicare Parts C and D. Medicare Part D Negotiation of Drug Prices. S. 31, S. 44, S. 560, H.R. 999, H.R. 3638: provisions creating a Medicare-operated prescription drug plan, allowing or requiring the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services to negotiate price concessions from pharmaceutical manufacturers for drugs purchased under the Part D program. Medicare Managed Care. H.R. 4254: provisions pertaining to revising the coding intensity adjustment factor in the demographic adjustment formula (used in calculating payments to Medicare Advantage organizations) for 2015 and subsequent years and setting the timing of prepayments beginning with January 2013. Medicare Supplemental Health Insurance. (No bill): proposals to increase costs for Medicare supplemental insurance. Medicare Physician Fees. P.L. 112-96, (H.R. 3630): provisions maintaining current levels of physician fees under Part B; extending the therapy caps exceptions process; and extending the Qualified Individual program. Medicare Privatization/Premium Support. (H. Con. Res. 112 and S. Con. Res. 37): provisions to convert Medicare from a defined benefit plan to a premium support/voucher system. Raising Medicare Eligibility Age. (H. Con. Res. 112 and S. Con. Res. 37): provisions to raise the Medicare eligibility age from 65 to 67. Prescription Drug Safety. P.L.112-144 (S. 3187, H.R. 3988, H.R. 4087, H.R. 5334, S. 2236, S. 2289 and S. 2516): provisions facilitating the importation of prescription drugs; preventing pharmaceutical fraud by requiring good corporate behavior; facilitating the adoption of modern information technology; and prohibiting brand name drug companies from compensating generic drug companies to delay the entry of a generic drug into the market. Public Health Service Act Dental Care. S. 1878, H.R. 4091: provisions pertaining to offering grant support to national dental programs that provide pro-bono dental care to Medicare and Medicaid eligible low-income children and adults. Comprehensive Health Care Reform. P.L. 111-148, P.L. 111-152: provisions related to reducing Medicare Advantage plan payments; reducing the Part D coverage gap; requiring higher income Medicare beneficiaries to pay an increased share of Medicare Parts B and D premium costs; expanding benefits for low-income beneficiaries under the Medicare Savings Programs and the Part D Low-Income Subsidy (LIS); improving the process for reassigning LIS beneficiaries to new plans; expanding coverage of prevention services; establishing a Medicare Commission; providing expanded Medicaid coverage for home and community-based services; authorizing the collection of data regarding disparities in the provision of care; providing safeguards and subsidies to assure affordability of health coverage for seniors. Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations. (No bill): proposals related to planning for the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations, and the approach this entity will take to test innovative payment and service delivery models to reduce program expenditures, while preserving or enhancing the quality of care for Medicare, Medicaid and CHIP beneficiaries. Federal Coordinated Health Care Office/Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office. (No bill): proposals related to activities of the Federal Coordinated Health Care Office intended to improve the quality of care for Medicare and Medicaid dual-eligibles. Long-term Care Financing. (No bill): proposals to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow individuals a deduction for qualified long-term care insurance premiums; to permit the use of qualified long-term care insurance under cafeteria plans and flexible spending arrangements; and to provide a tax credit for individuals with long-term care needs. Long-term Services and Supports/Repeal of CLASS. S. 720, H.R. 1173: provisions repealing the Community Living Assistance Services and Supports (CLASS) Act.

Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 1086, H.R. 776, H.R. 539, H.R. 456, S. 1876, S. 2037, S. 2252: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) to compute cost-of-living increases for Social Security and Medicare benefits and authorizing a cost-of-living adjustment for Social Security recipients. Chained CPI (No bill): proposal to replace the current index used to calculate the Social Security COLA with a chained CPI. Social Security Privatization. H.R. 2109, H.R. 2889: provisions converting Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Security Protection. H.R. 1118, H.R. 796, H.R. 1630, S. 582, S.AMDT. 207 to S. 493: provisions removing Social Security Trust Fund receipts and disbursements from the federal budget baseline; limiting Trust Fund proceeds to OASDI purposes; prohibiting increases to the retirement age or the early retirement age, reductions in cost-of-living increases, reductions of benefit payment amounts, or the creation of private retirement accounts carved out of Social Security. Social Security Benefits. S. 1213, S. 804: provisions requiring progressive indexing or modifying cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) to one percent below the Consumer Price Index and implementing longevity indexing (i.e., raising the retirement age) of Social Security old-age insurance benefits and increasing the Social Security retirement age. Social Security Payroll Tax Holiday. (No bill): proposals to extend the payroll tax holiday beyond Calendar Year 2012. Annual Social Security Statements. S. 3295: options to modify the Social Security Administrations decision suspending the production and mailing of individual Social Security Statements. Social Security direct deposit requirement. (No bill): proposals whereby beneficiaries with disabilities could apply for waivers to the new direct deposit requirement. Raising the Payroll Tax Cap. S. 2252: provisions raising the amount of wages subject to payroll taxes. Mandatory Direct Deposit. (No bill): options to modify the Administration mandate that federal benefit recipients collect there monthly benefit via direct deposit. Womens Social Security Improvements and Protections. (No bill): proposals to improve benefit equity and benefit safeguards for women, including improving survivor benefits; providing Social Security credits for caregiving; enhancing the special minimum benefit; equalizing rules for disabled and working widows; restoring student benefits; improving benefits for disabled children; strengthening the COLA; increasing the basic benefit; and equalizing benefits for same-sex married couples. Equal Benefits for Same-Sex Married Couples and Partners. H.R. 4609: provisions authorizing the treatment of permanent partnerships between individuals of the same gender as marriage for purposes of determining entitlement to Social Security benefits.

Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 776, H.R. 456, S. 1876: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) to compute cost-of-living increases (COLA) for Social Security benefits. Chained CPI (No bill): proposal to replace the current index used to calculate the Social Security COLA with a chained CPI. Social Security Privatization. H.R. 2109, H.R. 2889: proposals to convert Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Insurance Protection. H.Res. 733: provisions declaring that any agreement to replace the Budget Control Act of 2011 should not cut Medicare, Medicaid or Social Security benefits, but should contain revenue increases. Social Security Benefits. S. 1213, S. 804: provisions requiring progressive indexing, modifying COLAs, and increasing the Social Security retirement age. Social Security Payroll Tax Holiday Extension. (No Bill): proposals extending the payroll tax holiday beyond calendar year 2012. Annual Social Security Statements. S. 3295: options to modify the Social Security Administrations decision suspending the production and mailing of individual Social Security Statements. Raising the Payroll Tax Cap. S. 2252: provisions raising the amount of wages subject to payroll taxes. Social Security Mandatory Direct Deposit. (No bill): proposals to modify the Administrations mandate that federal benefit recipients receive benefits via direct deposit. Womens Social Security Improvements and Protections. (No bill): proposals to safeguard and improve benefit equity for women, including improving survivor benefits; providing Social Security credits for caregiving; enhancing the special minimum benefit; equalizing rules for disabled and working widows; restoring student benefits; improving benefits for disabled children; strengthening the COLA; increasing the basic benefit; and equalizing benefits for same-sex married couples. Social Security Equality. H.R. 4609: provisions requiring Social Security Administration to recognize legal partnerships for the purposes of survivor, retirement and other benefits. Social Security Administration Commissioner and Deputy Commissioner Appointments. (No Bill): issues surrounding the impending leadership transition at the Social Security Administration.

Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 776, H.R. 456, S. 1876: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) to compute cost-of-living increases (COLA) for Social Security benefits. Chained CPI (No bill): proposal to replace the current index used to calculate the Social Security COLA with a "chained CPI." Social Security Privatization. H.R. 2109, H.R. 2889: provisions converting Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Security Protection. S. 582, S.AMDT. 207 to S. 493: provisions removing Social Security Trust Fund receipts and disbursements from the federal budget baseline; limiting Trust Fund proceeds to OASDI purposes; prohibiting increases to the retirement age or the early retirement age; reducing cost-of-living increases; reducing benefit payment amounts; and creating private retirement accounts carved out of Social Security payroll tax revenues. Social Insurance Protection. H.Res. 733: provisions declaring that any agreement to replace the Budget Control Act of 2011 should not cut Medicare, Medicaid or Social Security benefits, but should contain revenue increases. Social Security Benefits. S. 1213, S. 804: provisions requiring progressive indexing, modifying COLAs, and increasing the Social Security retirement age. Social Security Payroll Tax Holiday Extension. (No Bill): proposals extending the payroll tax holiday beyond calendar year 2012. Annual Social Security Statements. S. 3295: options to modify the Social Security Administrations decision suspending the production and mailing of individual Social Security Statements. Raising the Payroll Tax Cap. S. 2252: provisions raising the amount of wages subject to payroll taxes. Social Security Mandatory Direct Deposit. (No bill): proposals to modify the Administrations mandate that federal benefit recipients receive benefit via direct deposit. Womens Social Security Improvements and Protections. (No bill): proposals to safeguard and improve benefit equity for women, including improving survivor benefits; providing Social Security credits for caregiving; enhancing the special minimum benefit; equalizing rules for disabled and working widows; restoring student benefits; improving benefits for disabled children; strengthening the COLA; increasing the basic benefit; and equalizing benefits for same-sex married couples. Social Security Equality. H.R. 4609 : provisions requiring Social Security Administration to recognize legal partnerships for the purposes of survivor, retirement and other benefits.

Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 1086, H.R. 776, H.R. 539, H.R. 456, S. 1876, S. 2037, S. 2252: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) to compute cost-of-living increases for Social Security and Medicare benefits and authorizing a cost-of-living adjustment for Social Security recipients in 2011. Consumer Price Index for Social Security Beneficiaries/Chained CPI. (No bill): proposal to replace the current index used to calculate the Social Security COLA with a chained CPI. Social Security Privatization. H.R. 2109, H.R. 2889: provisions converting Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Security Protection. H.R. 1118, H.R. 796, H.R. 1630, S. 582 S.AMDT. 207 to S. 493: provisions removing Social Security Trust Fund receipts and disbursements from the federal budget baseline; limiting Trust Fund proceeds to OASDI purposes; prohibiting increases to the retirement age or the early retirement age, reductions in cost-of-living increases, reductions of benefit payment amounts, or the creation of private retirement accounts carved out of Social Security. Social Security Benefits. S. 1213, S. 804: provisions requiring progressive indexing or modifying cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) to one percent below the general COLA and implementing longevity indexing (i.e., raising the retirement age) of Social Security old-age insurance benefits. Social Security Payroll Tax Holiday. H.R. 3743: proposal to extend the current payroll tax holiday through the end of Calendar Year 2012, increase the percentage reduction from the current 2 percent to 3.1 percent, and extend it to employers in certain situations. Social Security Payroll Tax Holiday. H.R. 3630: provisions extending the payroll tax holiday through the end of Calendar Year 2012. Annual Social Security Statements. (No bill): options to modify the Social Security Administrations decision suspending the production and mailing of individual Social Security Statements. Raising the Payroll Tax Cap. S. 2252: provisions raising the amount of wages subject to payroll taxes.

Fiscal Year 2013 Budget of the U.S. H. Con. Res. 112, H. Amdt. 1001 to H. Con. Res. 112, S. Con. Res. 37, S. Con Res. 41, S. Con. Res. 42 and S. Con. Res. 44: provisions pertaining to funding Social Security Administration, Medicare, Medicaid, Older Americans Act programs, and Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program and proposals to adopt the Simpson-Bowles Fiscal Commission recommendations on budgetary levels and the national debt. Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies Fiscal Year 2013 Appropriations. S. 3295 and H.R. 3070: provisions appropriating funds for Older Americans Act programs, elderly falls prevention, and SSA administrative expenses Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2013. H.R. 5973, S. 2375: provisions appropriating funds for senior nutrition programs.

Medicare Dental Benefits. S. 3272, H.R. 5909: provisions creating a Medicare Part B dental benefit. Medigap Benefits. S. 3271: provisions expanding access to Medicare supplemental insurance. Benefit Redesign. (No Bill): proposal to provide a catastrophic cap on Medicare out-of-pocket spending funded by a surcharge on private Medigap policies and employer-provided retiree health benefits. Independent Payment Advisory Board. H.R. 452, S. 668, H.R. 1 (Sec. 4050): proposals to repeal or modify the provisions of P.L. 111-148 and P.L. 111-152 reducing Medicare spending growth through an independent commission. Medicare Drug Savings. S. 1206, H.R. 2190: provisions extending Medicaid drug rebates to prescription drugs paid for by Medicare on behalf of Medicare-Medicaid dual-eligibles, and by Medicare Part D Low-Income Subsidy beneficiaries. Home Health Benefits. (No bill): proposal to require copayments from people receiving the Medicare home health benefit. Medicare Income-relating. (No bill): proposals to increase the percent of Medicare beneficiaries paying higher income-related premiums. Medicare Part A Hospital Inpatient Status. S. 818, H.R. 1543: provisions ensuring beneficiaries receiving hospital services are designated as inpatients, thereby assuring coverage of prescription drugs and post-acute care under Part A following a three-day hospitalization. Medicare Parts C and D. P.L. 110-275, P.L. 108-173: implementation of regulations and the issuance of guidance relating to beneficiary eligibility, enrollment, and effectiveness of exceptions and the appeals processes under Medicare Parts C and D. Medicare Part D Negotiation of Drug Prices. S. 31, S. 44, S. 560, H.R. 999, H.R. 3638: provisions creating a Medicare-operated prescription drug plan, allowing or requiring the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services to negotiate price concessions from pharmaceutical manufacturers for drugs purchased under the Part D program. Medicare Managed Care. H.R. 4254: provisions pertaining to revising the coding intensity adjustment factor in the demographic adjustment formula (used in calculating payments to Medicare Advantage organizations) for 2015 and subsequent years and setting the timing of prepayments beginning with January 2013. Medicare Supplemental Health Insurance. (No bill): proposals to increase costs for Medicare supplemental insurance. Medicare Physician Fees. P.L. 112-96, (H.R. 3630): provisions maintaining current levels of physician fees under Part B; extending the therapy caps exceptions process; and extending the Qualified Individual program. Medicare Privatization/Premium Support. (H. Con. Res. 112 and S. Con. Res. 37): provisions to convert Medicare from a defined benefit plan to a premium support/voucher system. Raising Medicare Eligibility Age. (H. Con. Res. 112 and S. Con. Res. 37): provisions to raise the Medicare eligibility age from 65 to 67. Prescription Drug Safety. P.L.112-144 (S. 3187, H.R. 3988, H.R. 4087, H.R. 5334, S. 2236, S. 2289 and S. 2516): provisions facilitating the importation of prescription drugs; preventing pharmaceutical fraud by requiring good corporate behavior; facilitating the adoption of modern information technology; and prohibiting brand name drug companies from compensating generic drug companies to delay the entry of a generic drug into the market. Public Health Service Act Dental Care. S. 1878, H.R. 4091: provisions pertaining to offering grant support to national dental programs that provide pro-bono dental care to Medicare and Medicaid eligible low-income children and adults. Comprehensive Health Care Reform. P.L. 111-148, P.L. 111-152: provisions related to reducing Medicare Advantage plan payments; reducing the Part D coverage gap; requiring higher income Medicare beneficiaries to pay an increased share of Medicare Parts B and D premium costs; expanding benefits for low-income beneficiaries under the Medicare Savings Programs and the Part D Low-Income Subsidy (LIS); improving the process for reassigning LIS beneficiaries to new plans; expanding coverage of prevention services; establishing a Medicare Commission; providing expanded Medicaid coverage for home and community-based services; authorizing the collection of data regarding disparities in the provision of care; providing safeguards and subsidies to assure affordability of health coverage for seniors. Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations. (No bill): proposals related to planning for the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations, and the approach this entity will take to test innovative payment and service delivery models to reduce program expenditures, while preserving or enhancing the quality of care for Medicare, Medicaid and CHIP beneficiaries. Federal Coordinated Health Care Office/Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office. (No bill): proposals related to activities of the Federal Coordinated Health Care Office intended to improve the quality of care for Medicare and Medicaid dual-eligibles. Long-term Care Financing. (No bill): proposals to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow individuals a deduction for qualified long-term care insurance premiums; to permit the use of qualified long-term care insurance under cafeteria plans and flexible spending arrangements; and to provide a tax credit for individuals with long-term care needs. Long-term Services and Supports/Repeal of CLASS. S. 720, H.R. 1173: provisions repealing the Community Living Assistance Services and Supports (CLASS) Act.

Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 1086, H.R. 776, H.R. 539, H.R. 456, S. 1876, S. 2037, S. 2252: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) to compute cost-of-living increases for Social Security and Medicare benefits and authorizing a cost-of-living adjustment for Social Security recipients in 2011. Consumer Price Index for Social Security Beneficiaries/Chained CPI. (No bill): proposal to replace the current index used to calculate the Social Security COLA with a chained CPI. Social Security Privatization. H.R. 2109, H.R. 2889: provisions converting Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Security Protection. H.R. 1118, H.R. 796, H.R. 1630, S. 582 S.AMDT. 207 to S. 493: provisions removing Social Security Trust Fund receipts and disbursements from the federal budget baseline; limiting Trust Fund proceeds to OASDI purposes; prohibiting increases to the retirement age or the early retirement age, reductions in cost-of-living increases, reductions of benefit payment amounts, or the creation of private retirement accounts carved out of Social Security. Social Security Benefits. S. 1213, S. 804: provisions requiring progressive indexing or modifying cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) to one percent below the general COLA and implementing longevity indexing (i.e., raising the retirement age) of Social Security old-age insurance benefits. Social Security Payroll Tax Holiday. H.R. 3743: proposal to extend the current payroll tax holiday through the end of Calendar Year 2012, increase the percentage reduction from the current 2 percent to 3.1 percent, and extend it to employers in certain situations. Social Security Payroll Tax Holiday. H.R. 3630: provisions extending the payroll tax holiday through the end of Calendar Year 2012. Annual Social Security Statements. (No bill): options to modify the Social Security Administrations decision suspending the production and mailing of individual Social Security Statements. Raising the Payroll Tax Cap. S. 2252: provisions raising the amount of wages subject to payroll taxes.

Medicare Dental Benefits. S. 3272, H.R. 5909: provisions creating a Medicare Part B dental benefit. Medigap Benefits. S. 3271: provisions expanding access to Medicare supplemental insurance. Benefit Redesign. (No Bill): proposal to provide a catastrophic cap on Medicare out-of-pocket spending funded by a surcharge on private Medigap policies and employer-provided retiree health benefits. Independent Payment Advisory Board. H.R. 452, S. 668, H.R. 1 (Sec. 4050): proposals to repeal or modify the provisions of P.L. 111-148 and P.L. 111-152 reducing Medicare spending growth through an independent commission. Medicare Drug Savings. S. 1206, H.R. 2190: provisions extending Medicaid drug rebates to prescription drugs paid for by Medicare on behalf of Medicare-Medicaid dual-eligibles, and by Medicare Part D Low-Income Subsidy beneficiaries. Home Health Benefits. (No bill): proposal to require copayments from people receiving the Medicare home health benefit. Medicare Income-relating. (No bill): proposals to increase the percent of Medicare beneficiaries paying higher income-related premiums. Medicare Part A Hospital Inpatient Status. S. 818, H.R. 1543: provisions ensuring beneficiaries receiving hospital services are designated as inpatients, thereby assuring coverage of prescription drugs and post-acute care under Part A following a three-day hospitalization. Medicare Parts C and D. P.L. 110-275, P.L. 108-173: implementation of regulations and the issuance of guidance relating to beneficiary eligibility, enrollment, and effectiveness of exceptions and the appeals processes under Medicare Parts C and D. Medicare Part D Negotiation of Drug Prices. S. 31, S. 44, S. 560, H.R. 999, H.R. 3638: provisions creating a Medicare-operated prescription drug plan, allowing or requiring the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services to negotiate price concessions from pharmaceutical manufacturers for drugs purchased under the Part D program. Medicare Managed Care. H.R. 4254: provisions pertaining to revising the coding intensity adjustment factor in the demographic adjustment formula (used in calculating payments to Medicare Advantage organizations) for 2015 and subsequent years and setting the timing of prepayments beginning with January 2013. Medicare Supplemental Health Insurance. (No bill): proposals to increase costs for Medicare supplemental insurance. Medicare Physician Fees. P.L. 112-96, (H.R. 3630): provisions maintaining current levels of physician fees under Part B; extending the therapy caps exceptions process; and extending the Qualified Individual program. Medicare Privatization/Premium Support. (H. Con. Res. 112 and S. Con. Res. 37): provisions to convert Medicare from a defined benefit plan to a premium support/voucher system. Raising Medicare Eligibility Age. (H. Con. Res. 112 and S. Con. Res. 37): provisions to raise the Medicare eligibility age from 65 to 67. Prescription Drug Safety. P.L.112-144 (S. 3187, H.R. 3988, H.R. 4087, H.R. 5334, S. 2236, S. 2289 and S. 2516): provisions facilitating the importation of prescription drugs; preventing pharmaceutical fraud by requiring good corporate behavior; facilitating the adoption of modern information technology; and prohibiting brand name drug companies from compensating generic drug companies to delay the entry of a generic drug into the market. Public Health Service Act Dental Care. S. 1878, H.R. 4091: provisions pertaining to offering grant support to national dental programs that provide pro-bono dental care to Medicare and Medicaid eligible low-income children and adults. Comprehensive Health Care Reform. P.L. 111-148, P.L. 111-152: provisions related to reducing Medicare Advantage plan payments; reducing the Part D coverage gap; requiring higher income Medicare beneficiaries to pay an increased share of Medicare Parts B and D premium costs; expanding benefits for low-income beneficiaries under the Medicare Savings Programs and the Part D Low-Income Subsidy (LIS); improving the process for reassigning LIS beneficiaries to new plans; expanding coverage of prevention services; establishing a Medicare Commission; providing expanded Medicaid coverage for home and community-based services; authorizing the collection of data regarding disparities in the provision of care; providing safeguards and subsidies to assure affordability of health coverage for seniors. Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations. (No bill): proposals related to planning for the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations, and the approach this entity will take to test innovative payment and service delivery models to reduce program expenditures, while preserving or enhancing the quality of care for Medicare, Medicaid and CHIP beneficiaries. Federal Coordinated Health Care Office/Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office. (No bill): proposals related to activities of the Federal Coordinated Health Care Office intended to improve the quality of care for Medicare and Medicaid dual-eligibles. Long-term Care Financing. (No bill): proposals to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow individuals a deduction for qualified long-term care insurance premiums; to permit the use of qualified long-term care insurance under cafeteria plans and flexible spending arrangements; and to provide a tax credit for individuals with long-term care needs. Long-term Services and Supports/Repeal of CLASS. S. 720, H.R. 1173: provisions repealing the Community Living Assistance Services and Supports (CLASS) Act.

Senior Transportation/Senior Transportation and Mobility Improvement Act of 2012. S.1942, H.R.4028: provisions addressing transportation issues of critical importance to the nation's older adults and people with disabilities.

Medicare Dental Benefits. S. 3272, H.R. 5909: provisions creating a Medicare Part B dental benefit. Medigap Benefits. S. 3271: provisions expanding access to Medicare supplemental insurance. Benefit Redesign. (No Bill): proposal to provide a catastrophic cap on Medicare out-of-pocket spending funded by a surcharge on private Medigap policies and employer-provided retiree health benefits. Independent Payment Advisory Board. H.R. 452, S. 668, H.R. 1 (Sec. 4050): proposals to repeal or modify the provisions of P.L. 111-148 and P.L. 111-152 reducing Medicare spending growth through an independent commission. Medicare Drug Savings. S. 1206, H.R. 2190: provisions extending Medicaid drug rebates to prescription drugs paid for by Medicare on behalf of Medicare-Medicaid dual-eligibles, and by Medicare Part D Low-Income Subsidy beneficiaries. Home Health Benefits. (No bill): proposal to require copayments from people receiving the Medicare home health benefit. Medicare Income-relating. (No bill): proposals to increase the percent of Medicare beneficiaries paying higher income-related premiums. Medicare Part A Hospital Inpatient Status. S. 818, H.R. 1543: provisions ensuring beneficiaries receiving hospital services are designated as inpatients, thereby assuring coverage of prescription drugs and post-acute care under Part A following a three-day hospitalization. Medicare Parts C and D. P.L. 110-275, P.L. 108-173: implementation of regulations and the issuance of guidance relating to beneficiary eligibility, enrollment, and effectiveness of exceptions and the appeals processes under Medicare Parts C and D. Medicare Part D Negotiation of Drug Prices. S. 31, S. 44, S. 560, H.R. 999, H.R. 3638: provisions creating a Medicare-operated prescription drug plan, allowing or requiring the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services to negotiate price concessions from pharmaceutical manufacturers for drugs purchased under the Part D program. Medicare Managed Care. H.R. 4254: provisions pertaining to revising the coding intensity adjustment factor in the demographic adjustment formula (used in calculating payments to Medicare Advantage organizations) for 2015 and subsequent years and setting the timing of prepayments beginning with January 2013. Medicare Supplemental Health Insurance. (No bill): proposals to increase costs for Medicare supplemental insurance. Medicare Physician Fees. P.L. 112-96, (H.R. 3630): provisions maintaining current levels of physician fees under Part B; extending the therapy caps exceptions process; and extending the Qualified Individual program. Medicare Privatization/Premium Support. (H. Con. Res. 112 and S. Con. Res. 37): provisions to convert Medicare from a defined benefit plan to a premium support/voucher system. Raising Medicare Eligibility Age. (H. Con. Res. 112 and S. Con. Res. 37): provisions to raise the Medicare eligibility age from 65 to 67. Prescription Drug Safety. P.L.112-144 (S. 3187, H.R. 3988, H.R. 4087, H.R. 5334, S. 2236, S. 2289 and S. 2516): provisions facilitating the importation of prescription drugs; preventing pharmaceutical fraud by requiring good corporate behavior; facilitating the adoption of modern information technology; and prohibiting brand name drug companies from compensating generic drug companies to delay the entry of a generic drug into the market. Public Health Service Act Dental Care. S. 1878, H.R. 4091: provisions pertaining to offering grant support to national dental programs that provide pro-bono dental care to Medicare and Medicaid eligible low-income children and adults. Comprehensive Health Care Reform. P.L. 111-148, P.L. 111-152: provisions related to reducing Medicare Advantage plan payments; reducing the Part D coverage gap; requiring higher income Medicare beneficiaries to pay an increased share of Medicare Parts B and D premium costs; expanding benefits for low-income beneficiaries under the Medicare Savings Programs and the Part D Low-Income Subsidy (LIS); improving the process for reassigning LIS beneficiaries to new plans; expanding coverage of prevention services; establishing a Medicare Commission; providing expanded Medicaid coverage for home and community-based services; authorizing the collection of data regarding disparities in the provision of care; providing safeguards and subsidies to assure affordability of health coverage for seniors. Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations. (No bill): proposals related to planning for the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations, and the approach this entity will take to test innovative payment and service delivery models to reduce program expenditures, while preserving or enhancing the quality of care for Medicare, Medicaid and CHIP beneficiaries. Federal Coordinated Health Care Office/Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office. (No bill): proposals related to activities of the Federal Coordinated Health Care Office intended to improve the quality of care for Medicare and Medicaid dual-eligibles. Long-term Care Financing. (No bill): proposals to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow individuals a deduction for qualified long-term care insurance premiums; to permit the use of qualified long-term care insurance under cafeteria plans and flexible spending arrangements; and to provide a tax credit for individuals with long-term care needs. Long-term Services and Supports/Repeal of CLASS. S. 720, H.R. 1173: provisions repealing the Community Living Assistance Services and Supports (CLASS) Act.

Medicare Dental Benefits. S. 3272, H.R. 5909: provisions creating a Medicare Part B dental benefit. Medigap Benefits. S. 3271: provisions expanding access to Medicare supplemental insurance. Benefit Redesign. (No Bill): proposal to provide a catastrophic cap on Medicare out-of-pocket spending funded by a surcharge on private Medigap policies and employer-provided retiree health benefits. Independent Payment Advisory Board. H.R. 452, S. 668, H.R. 1 (Sec. 4050): proposals to repeal or modify the provisions of P.L. 111-148 and P.L. 111-152 reducing Medicare spending growth through an independent commission. Medicare Drug Savings. S. 1206, H.R. 2190: provisions extending Medicaid drug rebates to prescription drugs paid for by Medicare on behalf of Medicare-Medicaid dual-eligibles, and by Medicare Part D Low-Income Subsidy beneficiaries. Home Health Benefits. (No bill): proposal to require copayments from people receiving the Medicare home health benefit. Medicare Income-relating. (No bill): proposals to increase the percent of Medicare beneficiaries paying higher income-related premiums. Medicare Part A Hospital Inpatient Status. S. 818, H.R. 1543: provisions ensuring beneficiaries receiving hospital services are designated as inpatients, thereby assuring coverage of prescription drugs and post-acute care under Part A following a three-day hospitalization. Medicare Parts C and D. P.L. 110-275, P.L. 108-173: implementation of regulations and the issuance of guidance relating to beneficiary eligibility, enrollment, and effectiveness of exceptions and the appeals processes under Medicare Parts C and D. Medicare Part D Negotiation of Drug Prices. S. 31, S. 44, S. 560, H.R. 999, H.R. 3638: provisions creating a Medicare-operated prescription drug plan, allowing or requiring the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services to negotiate price concessions from pharmaceutical manufacturers for drugs purchased under the Part D program. Medicare Managed Care. H.R. 4254: provisions pertaining to revising the coding intensity adjustment factor in the demographic adjustment formula (used in calculating payments to Medicare Advantage organizations) for 2015 and subsequent years and setting the timing of prepayments beginning with January 2013. Medicare Supplemental Health Insurance. (No bill): proposals to increase costs for Medicare supplemental insurance. Medicare Physician Fees. P.L. 112-96, (H.R. 3630): provisions maintaining current levels of physician fees under Part B; extending the therapy caps exceptions process; and extending the Qualified Individual program. Medicare Privatization/Premium Support. (H. Con. Res. 112 and S. Con. Res. 37): provisions to convert Medicare from a defined benefit plan to a premium support/voucher system. Raising Medicare Eligibility Age. (H. Con. Res. 112 and S. Con. Res. 37): provisions to raise the Medicare eligibility age from 65 to 67. Prescription Drug Safety. P.L.112-144 (S. 3187, H.R. 3988, H.R. 4087, H.R. 5334, S. 2236, S. 2289 and S. 2516): provisions facilitating the importation of prescription drugs; preventing pharmaceutical fraud by requiring good corporate behavior; facilitating the adoption of modern information technology; and prohibiting brand name drug companies from compensating generic drug companies to delay the entry of a generic drug into the market. Public Health Service Act Dental Care. S. 1878, H.R. 4091: provisions pertaining to offering grant support to national dental programs that provide pro-bono dental care to Medicare and Medicaid eligible low-income children and adults. Comprehensive Health Care Reform. P.L. 111-148, P.L. 111-152: provisions related to reducing Medicare Advantage plan payments; reducing the Part D coverage gap; requiring higher income Medicare beneficiaries to pay an increased share of Medicare Parts B and D premium costs; expanding benefits for low-income beneficiaries under the Medicare Savings Programs and the Part D Low-Income Subsidy (LIS); improving the process for reassigning LIS beneficiaries to new plans; expanding coverage of prevention services; establishing a Medicare Commission; providing expanded Medicaid coverage for home and community-based services; authorizing the collection of data regarding disparities in the provision of care; providing safeguards and subsidies to assure affordability of health coverage for seniors. Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations. (No bill): proposals related to planning for the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations, and the approach this entity will take to test innovative payment and service delivery models to reduce program expenditures, while preserving or enhancing the quality of care for Medicare, Medicaid and CHIP beneficiaries. Federal Coordinated Health Care Office/Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office. (No bill): proposals related to activities of the Federal Coordinated Health Care Office intended to improve the quality of care for Medicare and Medicaid dual-eligibles. Long-term Care Financing. (No bill): proposals to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow individuals a deduction for qualified long-term care insurance premiums; to permit the use of qualified long-term care insurance under cafeteria plans and flexible spending arrangements; and to provide a tax credit for individuals with long-term care needs. Long-term Services and Supports/Repeal of CLASS. S. 720, H.R. 1173: provisions repealing the Community Living Assistance Services and Supports (CLASS) Act.

Benefit Redesign. (No Bill): proposals for providing a catastrophic cap on Medicare out-of-pocket spending to be paid for by a surcharge on private Medigap policies and employer-provided retiree health benefits. Independent Payment Advisory Board. H.R. 1: provisions to repeal or modify P.L. 111-148/P.L. 111-152 authorizing the creation of an independent commission to promulgate Medicare policies designed to reduce Medicare spending growth. Medicare Drug Savings. S. 1206, H.R. 2190: provisions extending the application of Medicaid drug rebates to prescription drugs paid for by Medicare and used by people eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid (dual-eligibles), and by people receiving the Medicare Part D Low-Income Subsidy. Home Health Benefits. (No bill): proposals pertaining to copayments for beneficiaries receiving the Medicare home health benefit. Medicare Income-relating. (No bill): proposals to increase the cost of Medicare to higher-income beneficiaries. Medicare Part A Hospital Inpatient Status. S. 818, H.R. 1543: provisions ensuring beneficiaries receiving hospital services are designated as inpatients, thereby assuring coverage of prescription drugs and post-acute care under Part A following a three-day hospitalization. Medicare Parts C and D. P.L. 110-275, P.L. 108-173: implementation of regulations and issuance of guidance relating to beneficiary eligibility, enrollment, and effectiveness of exceptions and the appeals processes under Medicare Parts C and D. Medicare Part D Negotiation of Drug Prices. S. 31, S. 44, S. 560, H.R. 999, H.R. 6392: provisions creating a Medicare-operated prescription drug plan, allowing or requiring the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services to negotiate price concessions from pharmaceutical manufacturers for drugs purchased under the Part D program. Medicare Managed Care. H.R. 4254: provisions pertaining to revisions to the coding intensity adjustment factor in the formula for the demographic adjustment used in calculating payments to Medicare Advantage organizations for 2015 and subsequent years and setting the timing of prepayments to January 2013. Medicare Supplemental Health Insurance. (No bill): proposals to increase costs for Medicare beneficiaries who purchase Medigap insurance. Medicare Physician Fees. (No bill): proposals to maintain current levels of physician fees under Part B. Comprehensive Health Care Reform. P.L. 111-148, P.L. 111-152: provisions related to reducing Medicare Advantage plan payments; reducing the Part D coverage gap; requiring higher income Medicare beneficiaries to pay an increased share of Medicare Parts B and D premium costs; expanding benefits for low-income beneficiaries under the Medicare Savings Programs and the Part D Low-Income Subsidy (LIS); improving the process for reassigning LIS beneficiaries to new plans; expanding coverage of prevention services; establishing a Medicare Commission; providing expanded Medicaid coverage for home and community-based services; authorizing the collection of data regarding disparities in the provision of care; providing safeguards and subsidies to assure affordability of health coverage for seniors. Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation. (No bill): proposals related to the planning for the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations, and the approach this office will take to test innovative payment and service delivery models to reduce program expenditures, while preserving or enhancing the quality of care for Medicare, Medicaid and CHIP beneficiaries. Federal Coordinated Health Care Office (Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office). (No bill): proposals related to activities of the Federal Coordinated Health Care Office intended to improve the quality of care for recipients who receive benefits from both Medicare and Medicaid, e.g, dual-eligibles. Long-term Services and Supports/Repeal of CLASS Act. S. 720, H.R. 1173: provisions repealing expanded support for long-term supports and services through the Community Living Assistance Services and Supports (CLASS) Act.

Medicare/Commission. P.L. 111-148, P.L. 111-152 (Sec. 4050): provisions pertaining to the repeal or modification of provisions creating an independent commission authorized to establish Medicare payment and policy designed to reduce Medicare spending growth. Medicare Drug Savings. S. 1206, H.R. 2190: provisions extending Medicaid drug rebates to prescription drugs paid for by Medicare and used by people eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid (dual-eligibles), and by people receiving the Medicare Part D Low-Income Subsidy. Medicare/Home Health Benefits. (No bill): proposals regarding potential copayments for beneficiaries receiving the Medicare home health benefit. Medicare/Income-relating. (No bill): proposals to increase costs for higher-income Medicare beneficiaries. Medicare/Part A Hospital Inpatient Status. S. 818, H.R. 1543: provisions ensuring beneficiaries receiving hospital services are designated as inpatients, thereby assuring coverage of prescription drugs and post-acute care under Part A following a three-day hospitalization. Medicare Part B Drug Savings. S. 1699: provisions pertaining to provisions that reduce the cost of prescription drugs paid for under Medicare Part B. Medicare/Parts C and D. P.L. 110-275, P.L. 108-173: provisions pertaining to the implementation of regulations and issuance of guidance relating to beneficiary eligibility, enrollment, and effectiveness of exceptions and the appeals processes under Medicare Parts C and D. Medicare/Part D plan, Negotiation of Part D Drug Prices. S. 31, S. 44, S. 560, H.R. 999: provisions creating a Medicare-operated prescription drug plan, allowing or requiring the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services to negotiate price concessions from pharmaceutical manufacturers for drugs purchased under the Part D program. Medicare/Managed Care. Medicare Advantage Program Integrity Act of 2012. H.R. 4254: provisions pertaining to revisions of the coding intensity adjustment factor in the formula for the demographic adjustment used in calculating payments to Medicare Advantage organizations for 2015 and subsequent years and sets the timing of prepayments to beginning with January 2013. Medicare/Medicare Supplemental Health Insurance. (No bill): proposals to increase costs for Medicare beneficiaries who purchase Medigap insurance. Medicare/Physician Fees. P.L. 112-96, (H.R. 3630): provisions pertaining to provisions that maintain current levels of physician fees under Medicare Part B; extending the therapy caps exceptions process; extending the Qualified Individual program. Medicare/Premium Support/Privatization. (No bill): proposals to convert Medicare from a defined benefit plan to a premium support/voucher system. Medicare/Raising Eligibility Age. (No bill): proposals to raise the Medicare eligibility age from 65 to 67. Medicare/Medicaid. Comprehensive Health Care Reform. P.L. 111-148, P.L. 111-152: provisions related to reducing Medicare Advantage plan payments; reducing the Part D coverage gap; requiring higher income Medicare beneficiaries to pay an increased share of Medicare Parts B and D premium costs; expanding benefits for low-income beneficiaries under the Medicare Savings Programs and the Part D Low-Income Subsidy (LIS); improving the process for reassigning LIS beneficiaries to new plans; expanding coverage of prevention services; establishing a Medicare Commission; providing expanded Medicaid coverage for home and community-based services; authorizing the collection of data regarding disparities in the provision of care; providing safeguards and subsidies to assure affordability of health coverage for seniors. Medicare and Medicaid/Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations. (No bill): proposals related to the planning for the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations, and the approach this office will take to test innovative payment and service delivery models to reduce program expenditures, while preserving or enhancing the quality of care for Medicare, Medicaid and CHIP beneficiaries. Medicare and Medicaid/Federal Coordinated Health Care Office (Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office). (No bill): proposals related to activities of the Federal Coordinated Health Care Office intended to improve the quality of care for recipients who receive benefits from both Medicare and Medicaid, i.e., dual-eligibles. Long-term Care Financing via Tax Deduction. (No bill): provisions amending the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow individuals a deduction for qualified long-term care insurance premiums, use of such insurance under cafeteria plans and flexible spending arrangements, and a credit for individuals with long -term care needs. Long-term Services and Supports/Community Living Assistance Services and Supports (CLASS) Act. S. 720, H.R. 1173: provisions repealing previously enacted expanded support for long-term supports and services.

Medicare Dental Benefits. S. 3272, H.R. 5909: provisions creating a Medicare Part B dental benefit. Medigap Benefits. S. 3271: provisions expanding access to Medicare supplemental insurance. Benefit Redesign. (No Bill): proposal to provide a catastrophic cap on Medicare out-of-pocket spending funded by a surcharge on private Medigap policies and employer-provided retiree health benefits. Independent Payment Advisory Board. H.R. 452, S. 668, H.R. 1 (Sec. 4050): proposals to repeal or modify the provisions of P.L. 111-148 and P.L. 111-152 reducing Medicare spending growth through an independent commission. Medicare Drug Savings. S. 1206, H.R. 2190: provisions extending Medicaid drug rebates to prescription drugs paid for by Medicare on behalf of Medicare-Medicaid dual-eligibles, and by Medicare Part D Low-Income Subsidy beneficiaries. Home Health Benefits. (No bill): proposal to require copayments from people receiving the Medicare home health benefit. Medicare Income-relating. (No bill): proposals to increase the percent of Medicare beneficiaries paying higher income-related premiums. Medicare Part A Hospital Inpatient Status. S. 818, H.R. 1543: provisions ensuring beneficiaries receiving hospital services are designated as inpatients, thereby assuring coverage of prescription drugs and post-acute care under Part A following a three-day hospitalization. Medicare Parts C and D. P.L. 110-275, P.L. 108-173: implementation of regulations and the issuance of guidance relating to beneficiary eligibility, enrollment, and effectiveness of exceptions and the appeals processes under Medicare Parts C and D. Medicare Part D Negotiation of Drug Prices. S. 31, S. 44, S. 560, H.R. 999, H.R. 3638: provisions creating a Medicare-operated prescription drug plan, allowing or requiring the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services to negotiate price concessions from pharmaceutical manufacturers for drugs purchased under the Part D program. Medicare Managed Care. H.R. 4254: provisions pertaining to revising the coding intensity adjustment factor in the demographic adjustment formula (used in calculating payments to Medicare Advantage organizations) for 2015 and subsequent years and setting the timing of prepayments beginning with January 2013. Medicare Supplemental Health Insurance. (No bill): proposals to increase costs for Medicare supplemental insurance. Medicare Physician Fees. P.L. 112-96, (H.R. 3630): provisions maintaining current levels of physician fees under Part B; extending the therapy caps exceptions process; and extending the Qualified Individual program. Medicare Privatization/Premium Support. (H. Con. Res. 112 and S. Con. Res. 37): provisions to convert Medicare from a defined benefit plan to a premium support/voucher system. Raising Medicare Eligibility Age. (H. Con. Res. 112 and S. Con. Res. 37): provisions to raise the Medicare eligibility age from 65 to 67. Prescription Drug Safety. P.L.112-144 (S. 3187, H.R. 3988, H.R. 4087, H.R. 5334, S. 2236, S. 2289 and S. 2516): provisions facilitating the importation of prescription drugs; preventing pharmaceutical fraud by requiring good corporate behavior; facilitating the adoption of modern information technology; and prohibiting brand name drug companies from compensating generic drug companies to delay the entry of a generic drug into the market. Public Health Service Act Dental Care. S. 1878, H.R. 4091: provisions pertaining to offering grant support to national dental programs that provide pro-bono dental care to Medicare and Medicaid eligible low-income children and adults. Comprehensive Health Care Reform. P.L. 111-148, P.L. 111-152: provisions related to reducing Medicare Advantage plan payments; reducing the Part D coverage gap; requiring higher income Medicare beneficiaries to pay an increased share of Medicare Parts B and D premium costs; expanding benefits for low-income beneficiaries under the Medicare Savings Programs and the Part D Low-Income Subsidy (LIS); improving the process for reassigning LIS beneficiaries to new plans; expanding coverage of prevention services; establishing a Medicare Commission; providing expanded Medicaid coverage for home and community-based services; authorizing the collection of data regarding disparities in the provision of care; providing safeguards and subsidies to assure affordability of health coverage for seniors. Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations. (No bill): proposals related to planning for the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations, and the approach this entity will take to test innovative payment and service delivery models to reduce program expenditures, while preserving or enhancing the quality of care for Medicare, Medicaid and CHIP beneficiaries. Federal Coordinated Health Care Office/Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office. (No bill): proposals related to activities of the Federal Coordinated Health Care Office intended to improve the quality of care for Medicare and Medicaid dual-eligibles. Long-term Care Financing. (No bill): proposals to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow individuals a deduction for qualified long-term care insurance premiums; to permit the use of qualified long-term care insurance under cafeteria plans and flexible spending arrangements; and to provide a tax credit for individuals with long-term care needs. Long-term Services and Supports/Repeal of CLASS. S. 720, H.R. 1173: provisions repealing the Community Living Assistance Services and Supports (CLASS) Act.

Medicare Dental Benefits. S. 3272, H.R. 5909: provisions creating a Medicare Part B dental benefit. Medigap Benefits. S. 3271: provisions expanding access to Medicare supplemental insurance. Benefit Redesign. (No Bill): proposal to provide a catastrophic cap on Medicare out-of-pocket spending funded by a surcharge on private Medigap policies and employer-provided retiree health benefits. Independent Payment Advisory Board. H.R. 452, S. 668, H.R. 1 (Sec. 4050): proposals to repeal or modify the provisions of P.L. 111-148 and P.L. 111-152 reducing Medicare spending growth through an independent commission. Medicare Drug Savings. S. 1206, H.R. 2190: provisions extending Medicaid drug rebates to prescription drugs paid for by Medicare on behalf of Medicare-Medicaid dual-eligibles, and by Medicare Part D Low-Income Subsidy beneficiaries. Home Health Benefits. (No bill): proposal to require copayments from people receiving the Medicare home health benefit. Medicare Income-relating. (No bill): proposals to increase the percent of Medicare beneficiaries paying higher income-related premiums. Medicare Part A Hospital Inpatient Status. S. 818, H.R. 1543: provisions ensuring beneficiaries receiving hospital services are designated as inpatients, thereby assuring coverage of prescription drugs and post-acute care under Part A following a three-day hospitalization. Medicare Parts C and D. P.L. 110-275, P.L. 108-173: implementation of regulations and the issuance of guidance relating to beneficiary eligibility, enrollment, and effectiveness of exceptions and the appeals processes under Medicare Parts C and D. Medicare Part D Negotiation of Drug Prices. S. 31, S. 44, S. 560, H.R. 999, H.R. 3638: provisions creating a Medicare-operated prescription drug plan, allowing or requiring the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services to negotiate price concessions from pharmaceutical manufacturers for drugs purchased under the Part D program. Medicare Managed Care. H.R. 4254: provisions pertaining to revising the coding intensity adjustment factor in the demographic adjustment formula (used in calculating payments to Medicare Advantage organizations) for 2015 and subsequent years and setting the timing of prepayments beginning with January 2013. Medicare Supplemental Health Insurance. (No bill): proposals to increase costs for Medicare supplemental insurance. Medicare Physician Fees. P.L. 112-96, (H.R. 3630): provisions maintaining current levels of physician fees under Part B; extending the therapy caps exceptions process; and extending the Qualified Individual program. Medicare Privatization/Premium Support. (H. Con. Res. 112 and S. Con. Res. 37): provisions to convert Medicare from a defined benefit plan to a premium support/voucher system. Raising Medicare Eligibility Age. (H. Con. Res. 112 and S. Con. Res. 37): provisions to raise the Medicare eligibility age from 65 to 67. Prescription Drug Safety. P.L.112-144 (S. 3187, H.R. 3988, H.R. 4087, H.R. 5334, S. 2236, S. 2289 and S. 2516): provisions facilitating the importation of prescription drugs; preventing pharmaceutical fraud by requiring good corporate behavior; facilitating the adoption of modern information technology; and prohibiting brand name drug companies from compensating generic drug companies to delay the entry of a generic drug into the market. Public Health Service Act Dental Care. S. 1878, H.R. 4091: provisions pertaining to offering grant support to national dental programs that provide pro-bono dental care to Medicare and Medicaid eligible low-income children and adults. Comprehensive Health Care Reform. P.L. 111-148, P.L. 111-152: provisions related to reducing Medicare Advantage plan payments; reducing the Part D coverage gap; requiring higher income Medicare beneficiaries to pay an increased share of Medicare Parts B and D premium costs; expanding benefits for low-income beneficiaries under the Medicare Savings Programs and the Part D Low-Income Subsidy (LIS); improving the process for reassigning LIS beneficiaries to new plans; expanding coverage of prevention services; establishing a Medicare Commission; providing expanded Medicaid coverage for home and community-based services; authorizing the collection of data regarding disparities in the provision of care; providing safeguards and subsidies to assure affordability of health coverage for seniors. Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations. (No bill): proposals related to planning for the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations, and the approach this entity will take to test innovative payment and service delivery models to reduce program expenditures, while preserving or enhancing the quality of care for Medicare, Medicaid and CHIP beneficiaries. Federal Coordinated Health Care Office/Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office. (No bill): proposals related to activities of the Federal Coordinated Health Care Office intended to improve the quality of care for Medicare and Medicaid dual-eligibles. Long-term Care Financing. (No bill): proposals to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow individuals a deduction for qualified long-term care insurance premiums; to permit the use of qualified long-term care insurance under cafeteria plans and flexible spending arrangements; and to provide a tax credit for individuals with long-term care needs. Long-term Services and Supports/Repeal of CLASS. S. 720, H.R. 1173: provisions repealing the Community Living Assistance Services and Supports (CLASS) Act.

Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 776, H.R. 456, S. 1876: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) to compute cost-of-living increases (COLA) for Social Security benefits. Chained CPI (No bill): proposal to replace the current index used to calculate the Social Security COLA with a chained CPI. Social Security Privatization. H.R. 2109, H.R. 2889: proposals to convert Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Insurance Protection. H.Res. 733: provisions declaring that any agreement to replace the Budget Control Act of 2011 should not cut Medicare, Medicaid or Social Security benefits, but should contain revenue increases. Social Security Benefits. S. 1213, S. 804: provisions requiring progressive indexing, modifying COLAs, and increasing the Social Security retirement age. Social Security Payroll Tax Holiday Extension. (No Bill): proposals extending the payroll tax holiday beyond calendar year 2012. Annual Social Security Statements. S. 3295: options to modify the Social Security Administrations decision suspending the production and mailing of individual Social Security Statements. Raising the Payroll Tax Cap. S. 2252: provisions raising the amount of wages subject to payroll taxes. Social Security Mandatory Direct Deposit. (No bill): proposals to modify the Administrations mandate that federal benefit recipients receive benefits via direct deposit. Womens Social Security Improvements and Protections. (No bill): proposals to safeguard and improve benefit equity for women, including improving survivor benefits; providing Social Security credits for caregiving; enhancing the special minimum benefit; equalizing rules for disabled and working widows; restoring student benefits; improving benefits for disabled children; strengthening the COLA; increasing the basic benefit; and equalizing benefits for same-sex married couples. Social Security Equality. H.R. 4609: provisions requiring Social Security Administration to recognize legal partnerships for the purposes of survivor, retirement and other benefits. Social Security Administration Commissioner and Deputy Commissioner Appointments. (No Bill): issues surrounding the impending leadership transition at the Social Security Administration.

Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 776, H.R. 456, S. 1876: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) to compute cost-of-living increases (COLA) for Social Security benefits. Chained CPI (No bill): proposal to replace the current index used to calculate the Social Security COLA with a "chained CPI." Social Security Privatization. H.R. 2109, H.R. 2889: provisions converting Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Security Protection. S. 582, S.AMDT. 207 to S. 493: provisions removing Social Security Trust Fund receipts and disbursements from the federal budget baseline; limiting Trust Fund proceeds to OASDI purposes; prohibiting increases to the retirement age or the early retirement age; reducing cost-of-living increases; reducing benefit payment amounts; and creating private retirement accounts carved out of Social Security payroll tax revenues. Social Insurance Protection. H.Res. 733: provisions declaring that any agreement to replace the Budget Control Act of 2011 should not cut Medicare, Medicaid or Social Security benefits, but should contain revenue increases. Social Security Benefits. S. 1213, S. 804: provisions requiring progressive indexing, modifying COLAs, and increasing the Social Security retirement age. Social Security Payroll Tax Holiday Extension. (No Bill): proposals extending the payroll tax holiday beyond calendar year 2012. Annual Social Security Statements. S. 3295: options to modify the Social Security Administrations decision suspending the production and mailing of individual Social Security Statements. Raising the Payroll Tax Cap. S. 2252: provisions raising the amount of wages subject to payroll taxes. Social Security Mandatory Direct Deposit. (No bill): proposals to modify the Administrations mandate that federal benefit recipients receive benefit via direct deposit. Womens Social Security Improvements and Protections. (No bill): proposals to safeguard and improve benefit equity for women, including improving survivor benefits; providing Social Security credits for caregiving; enhancing the special minimum benefit; equalizing rules for disabled and working widows; restoring student benefits; improving benefits for disabled children; strengthening the COLA; increasing the basic benefit; and equalizing benefits for same-sex married couples. Social Security Equality. H.R. 4609 : provisions requiring Social Security Administration to recognize legal partnerships for the purposes of survivor, retirement and other benefits.

Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 1086, H.R. 776, H.R. 539, H.R. 456, S. 1876, S. 2037, S. 2252: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) to compute cost-of-living increases for Social Security and Medicare benefits and authorizing a cost-of-living adjustment for Social Security recipients. Chained CPI (No bill): proposal to replace the current index used to calculate the Social Security COLA with a chained CPI. Social Security Privatization. H.R. 2109, H.R. 2889: provisions converting Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Security Protection. H.R. 1118, H.R. 796, H.R. 1630, S. 582, S.AMDT. 207 to S. 493: provisions removing Social Security Trust Fund receipts and disbursements from the federal budget baseline; limiting Trust Fund proceeds to OASDI purposes; prohibiting increases to the retirement age or the early retirement age, reductions in cost-of-living increases, reductions of benefit payment amounts, or the creation of private retirement accounts carved out of Social Security. Social Security Benefits. S. 1213, S. 804: provisions requiring progressive indexing or modifying cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) to one percent below the Consumer Price Index and implementing longevity indexing (i.e., raising the retirement age) of Social Security old-age insurance benefits and increasing the Social Security retirement age. Social Security Payroll Tax Holiday. (No bill): proposals to extend the payroll tax holiday beyond Calendar Year 2012. Annual Social Security Statements. S. 3295: options to modify the Social Security Administrations decision suspending the production and mailing of individual Social Security Statements. Social Security direct deposit requirement. (No bill): proposals whereby beneficiaries with disabilities could apply for waivers to the new direct deposit requirement. Raising the Payroll Tax Cap. S. 2252: provisions raising the amount of wages subject to payroll taxes. Mandatory Direct Deposit. (No bill): options to modify the Administration mandate that federal benefit recipients collect there monthly benefit via direct deposit. Womens Social Security Improvements and Protections. (No bill): proposals to improve benefit equity and benefit safeguards for women, including improving survivor benefits; providing Social Security credits for caregiving; enhancing the special minimum benefit; equalizing rules for disabled and working widows; restoring student benefits; improving benefits for disabled children; strengthening the COLA; increasing the basic benefit; and equalizing benefits for same-sex married couples. Equal Benefits for Same-Sex Married Couples and Partners. H.R. 4609: provisions authorizing the treatment of permanent partnerships between individuals of the same gender as marriage for purposes of determining entitlement to Social Security benefits.

Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 1086, H.R. 776, H.R. 539, H.R. 456, S. 1876, S. 2037, S. 2252: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) to compute cost-of-living increases for Social Security and Medicare benefits and authorizing a cost-of-living adjustment for Social Security recipients in 2011. Consumer Price Index for Social Security Beneficiaries/Chained CPI. (No bill): proposal to replace the current index used to calculate the Social Security COLA with a chained CPI. Social Security Privatization. H.R. 2109, H.R. 2889: provisions converting Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Security Protection. H.R. 1118, H.R. 796, H.R. 1630, S. 582 S.AMDT. 207 to S. 493: provisions removing Social Security Trust Fund receipts and disbursements from the federal budget baseline; limiting Trust Fund proceeds to OASDI purposes; prohibiting increases to the retirement age or the early retirement age, reductions in cost-of-living increases, reductions of benefit payment amounts, or the creation of private retirement accounts carved out of Social Security. Social Security Benefits. S. 1213, S. 804: provisions requiring progressive indexing or modifying cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) to one percent below the general COLA and implementing longevity indexing (i.e., raising the retirement age) of Social Security old-age insurance benefits. Social Security Payroll Tax Holiday. H.R. 3743: proposal to extend the current payroll tax holiday through the end of Calendar Year 2012, increase the percentage reduction from the current 2 percent to 3.1 percent, and extend it to employers in certain situations. Social Security Payroll Tax Holiday. H.R. 3630: provisions extending the payroll tax holiday through the end of Calendar Year 2012. Annual Social Security Statements. (No bill): options to modify the Social Security Administrations decision suspending the production and mailing of individual Social Security Statements. Raising the Payroll Tax Cap. S. 2252: provisions raising the amount of wages subject to payroll taxes.

Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 776, H.R. 456, S. 1876: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) to compute cost-of-living increases (COLA) for Social Security benefits. Chained CPI (No bill): proposal to replace the current index used to calculate the Social Security COLA with a "chained CPI." Social Security Privatization. H.R. 2109, H.R. 2889: provisions converting Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Security Protection. S. 582, S.AMDT. 207 to S. 493: provisions removing Social Security Trust Fund receipts and disbursements from the federal budget baseline; limiting Trust Fund proceeds to OASDI purposes; prohibiting increases to the retirement age or the early retirement age; reducing cost-of-living increases; reducing benefit payment amounts; and creating private retirement accounts carved out of Social Security payroll tax revenues. Social Insurance Protection. H.Res. 733: provisions declaring that any agreement to replace the Budget Control Act of 2011 should not cut Medicare, Medicaid or Social Security benefits, but should contain revenue increases. Social Security Benefits. S. 1213, S. 804: provisions requiring progressive indexing, modifying COLAs, and increasing the Social Security retirement age. Social Security Payroll Tax Holiday Extension. (No Bill): proposals extending the payroll tax holiday beyond calendar year 2012. Annual Social Security Statements. S. 3295: options to modify the Social Security Administrations decision suspending the production and mailing of individual Social Security Statements. Raising the Payroll Tax Cap. S. 2252: provisions raising the amount of wages subject to payroll taxes. Social Security Mandatory Direct Deposit. (No bill): proposals to modify the Administrations mandate that federal benefit recipients receive benefit via direct deposit. Womens Social Security Improvements and Protections. (No bill): proposals to safeguard and improve benefit equity for women, including improving survivor benefits; providing Social Security credits for caregiving; enhancing the special minimum benefit; equalizing rules for disabled and working widows; restoring student benefits; improving benefits for disabled children; strengthening the COLA; increasing the basic benefit; and equalizing benefits for same-sex married couples. Social Security Equality. H.R. 4609 : provisions requiring Social Security Administration to recognize legal partnerships for the purposes of survivor, retirement and other benefits.

Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 1086, H.R. 776, H.R. 539, H.R. 456, S. 1876, S. 2037, S. 2252: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) to compute cost-of-living increases for Social Security and Medicare benefits and authorizing a cost-of-living adjustment for Social Security recipients. Chained CPI (No bill): proposal to replace the current index used to calculate the Social Security COLA with a chained CPI. Social Security Privatization. H.R. 2109, H.R. 2889: provisions converting Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Security Protection. H.R. 1118, H.R. 796, H.R. 1630, S. 582, S.AMDT. 207 to S. 493: provisions removing Social Security Trust Fund receipts and disbursements from the federal budget baseline; limiting Trust Fund proceeds to OASDI purposes; prohibiting increases to the retirement age or the early retirement age, reductions in cost-of-living increases, reductions of benefit payment amounts, or the creation of private retirement accounts carved out of Social Security. Social Security Benefits. S. 1213, S. 804: provisions requiring progressive indexing or modifying cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) to one percent below the Consumer Price Index and implementing longevity indexing (i.e., raising the retirement age) of Social Security old-age insurance benefits and increasing the Social Security retirement age. Social Security Payroll Tax Holiday. (No bill): proposals to extend the payroll tax holiday beyond Calendar Year 2012. Annual Social Security Statements. S. 3295: options to modify the Social Security Administrations decision suspending the production and mailing of individual Social Security Statements. Social Security direct deposit requirement. (No bill): proposals whereby beneficiaries with disabilities could apply for waivers to the new direct deposit requirement. Raising the Payroll Tax Cap. S. 2252: provisions raising the amount of wages subject to payroll taxes. Mandatory Direct Deposit. (No bill): options to modify the Administration mandate that federal benefit recipients collect there monthly benefit via direct deposit. Womens Social Security Improvements and Protections. (No bill): proposals to improve benefit equity and benefit safeguards for women, including improving survivor benefits; providing Social Security credits for caregiving; enhancing the special minimum benefit; equalizing rules for disabled and working widows; restoring student benefits; improving benefits for disabled children; strengthening the COLA; increasing the basic benefit; and equalizing benefits for same-sex married couples. Equal Benefits for Same-Sex Married Couples and Partners. H.R. 4609: provisions authorizing the treatment of permanent partnerships between individuals of the same gender as marriage for purposes of determining entitlement to Social Security benefits.

Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 776, H.R. 456, S. 1876: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) to compute cost-of-living increases (COLA) for Social Security benefits. Chained CPI (No bill): proposal to replace the current index used to calculate the Social Security COLA with a chained CPI. Social Security Privatization. H.R. 2109, H.R. 2889: proposals to convert Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Insurance Protection. H.Res. 733: provisions declaring that any agreement to replace the Budget Control Act of 2011 should not cut Medicare, Medicaid or Social Security benefits, but should contain revenue increases. Social Security Benefits. S. 1213, S. 804: provisions requiring progressive indexing, modifying COLAs, and increasing the Social Security retirement age. Social Security Payroll Tax Holiday Extension. (No Bill): proposals extending the payroll tax holiday beyond calendar year 2012. Annual Social Security Statements. S. 3295: options to modify the Social Security Administrations decision suspending the production and mailing of individual Social Security Statements. Raising the Payroll Tax Cap. S. 2252: provisions raising the amount of wages subject to payroll taxes. Social Security Mandatory Direct Deposit. (No bill): proposals to modify the Administrations mandate that federal benefit recipients receive benefits via direct deposit. Womens Social Security Improvements and Protections. (No bill): proposals to safeguard and improve benefit equity for women, including improving survivor benefits; providing Social Security credits for caregiving; enhancing the special minimum benefit; equalizing rules for disabled and working widows; restoring student benefits; improving benefits for disabled children; strengthening the COLA; increasing the basic benefit; and equalizing benefits for same-sex married couples. Social Security Equality. H.R. 4609: provisions requiring Social Security Administration to recognize legal partnerships for the purposes of survivor, retirement and other benefits. Social Security Administration Commissioner and Deputy Commissioner Appointments. (No Bill): issues surrounding the impending leadership transition at the Social Security Administration.

Medicare Dental Benefits. S. 3272, H.R. 5909: provisions creating a Medicare Part B dental benefit. Medigap Benefits. S. 3271: provisions expanding access to Medicare supplemental insurance. Benefit Redesign. (No Bill): proposal to provide a catastrophic cap on Medicare out-of-pocket spending funded by a surcharge on private Medigap policies and employer-provided retiree health benefits. Independent Payment Advisory Board. H.R. 452, S. 668, H.R. 1 (Sec. 4050): proposals to repeal or modify the provisions of P.L. 111-148 and P.L. 111-152 reducing Medicare spending growth through an independent commission. Medicare Drug Savings. S. 1206, H.R. 2190: provisions extending Medicaid drug rebates to prescription drugs paid for by Medicare on behalf of Medicare-Medicaid dual-eligibles, and by Medicare Part D Low-Income Subsidy beneficiaries. Home Health Benefits. (No bill): proposal to require copayments from people receiving the Medicare home health benefit. Medicare Income-relating. (No bill): proposals to increase the percent of Medicare beneficiaries paying higher income-related premiums. Medicare Part A Hospital Inpatient Status. S. 818, H.R. 1543: provisions ensuring beneficiaries receiving hospital services are designated as inpatients, thereby assuring coverage of prescription drugs and post-acute care under Part A following a three-day hospitalization. Medicare Parts C and D. P.L. 110-275, P.L. 108-173: implementation of regulations and the issuance of guidance relating to beneficiary eligibility, enrollment, and effectiveness of exceptions and the appeals processes under Medicare Parts C and D. Medicare Part D Negotiation of Drug Prices. S. 31, S. 44, S. 560, H.R. 999, H.R. 3638: provisions creating a Medicare-operated prescription drug plan, allowing or requiring the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services to negotiate price concessions from pharmaceutical manufacturers for drugs purchased under the Part D program. Medicare Managed Care. H.R. 4254: provisions pertaining to revising the coding intensity adjustment factor in the demographic adjustment formula (used in calculating payments to Medicare Advantage organizations) for 2015 and subsequent years and setting the timing of prepayments beginning with January 2013. Medicare Supplemental Health Insurance. (No bill): proposals to increase costs for Medicare supplemental insurance. Medicare Physician Fees. P.L. 112-96, (H.R. 3630): provisions maintaining current levels of physician fees under Part B; extending the therapy caps exceptions process; and extending the Qualified Individual program. Medicare Privatization/Premium Support. (H. Con. Res. 112 and S. Con. Res. 37): provisions to convert Medicare from a defined benefit plan to a premium support/voucher system. Raising Medicare Eligibility Age. (H. Con. Res. 112 and S. Con. Res. 37): provisions to raise the Medicare eligibility age from 65 to 67. Prescription Drug Safety. P.L.112-144 (S. 3187, H.R. 3988, H.R. 4087, H.R. 5334, S. 2236, S. 2289 and S. 2516): provisions facilitating the importation of prescription drugs; preventing pharmaceutical fraud by requiring good corporate behavior; facilitating the adoption of modern information technology; and prohibiting brand name drug companies from compensating generic drug companies to delay the entry of a generic drug into the market. Public Health Service Act Dental Care. S. 1878, H.R. 4091: provisions pertaining to offering grant support to national dental programs that provide pro-bono dental care to Medicare and Medicaid eligible low-income children and adults. Comprehensive Health Care Reform. P.L. 111-148, P.L. 111-152: provisions related to reducing Medicare Advantage plan payments; reducing the Part D coverage gap; requiring higher income Medicare beneficiaries to pay an increased share of Medicare Parts B and D premium costs; expanding benefits for low-income beneficiaries under the Medicare Savings Programs and the Part D Low-Income Subsidy (LIS); improving the process for reassigning LIS beneficiaries to new plans; expanding coverage of prevention services; establishing a Medicare Commission; providing expanded Medicaid coverage for home and community-based services; authorizing the collection of data regarding disparities in the provision of care; providing safeguards and subsidies to assure affordability of health coverage for seniors. Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations. (No bill): proposals related to planning for the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations, and the approach this entity will take to test innovative payment and service delivery models to reduce program expenditures, while preserving or enhancing the quality of care for Medicare, Medicaid and CHIP beneficiaries. Federal Coordinated Health Care Office/Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office. (No bill): proposals related to activities of the Federal Coordinated Health Care Office intended to improve the quality of care for Medicare and Medicaid dual-eligibles. Long-term Care Financing. (No bill): proposals to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow individuals a deduction for qualified long-term care insurance premiums; to permit the use of qualified long-term care insurance under cafeteria plans and flexible spending arrangements; and to provide a tax credit for individuals with long-term care needs. Long-term Services and Supports/Repeal of CLASS. S. 720, H.R. 1173: provisions repealing the Community Living Assistance Services and Supports (CLASS) Act.

Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 1086, H.R. 776, H.R. 539, H.R. 456, S. 1876, S. 2037, S. 2252: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) to compute cost-of-living increases for Social Security and Medicare benefits and authorizing a cost-of-living adjustment for Social Security recipients. Chained CPI (No bill): proposal to replace the current index used to calculate the Social Security COLA with a chained CPI. Social Security Privatization. H.R. 2109, H.R. 2889: provisions converting Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Security Protection. H.R. 1118, H.R. 796, H.R. 1630, S. 582, S.AMDT. 207 to S. 493: provisions removing Social Security Trust Fund receipts and disbursements from the federal budget baseline; limiting Trust Fund proceeds to OASDI purposes; prohibiting increases to the retirement age or the early retirement age, reductions in cost-of-living increases, reductions of benefit payment amounts, or the creation of private retirement accounts carved out of Social Security. Social Security Benefits. S. 1213, S. 804: provisions requiring progressive indexing or modifying cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) to one percent below the Consumer Price Index and implementing longevity indexing (i.e., raising the retirement age) of Social Security old-age insurance benefits and increasing the Social Security retirement age. Social Security Payroll Tax Holiday. (No bill): proposals to extend the payroll tax holiday beyond Calendar Year 2012. Annual Social Security Statements. S. 3295: options to modify the Social Security Administrations decision suspending the production and mailing of individual Social Security Statements. Social Security direct deposit requirement. (No bill): proposals whereby beneficiaries with disabilities could apply for waivers to the new direct deposit requirement. Raising the Payroll Tax Cap. S. 2252: provisions raising the amount of wages subject to payroll taxes. Mandatory Direct Deposit. (No bill): options to modify the Administration mandate that federal benefit recipients collect there monthly benefit via direct deposit. Womens Social Security Improvements and Protections. (No bill): proposals to improve benefit equity and benefit safeguards for women, including improving survivor benefits; providing Social Security credits for caregiving; enhancing the special minimum benefit; equalizing rules for disabled and working widows; restoring student benefits; improving benefits for disabled children; strengthening the COLA; increasing the basic benefit; and equalizing benefits for same-sex married couples. Equal Benefits for Same-Sex Married Couples and Partners. H.R. 4609: provisions authorizing the treatment of permanent partnerships between individuals of the same gender as marriage for purposes of determining entitlement to Social Security benefits.

Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 1086, H.R. 776, H.R. 539, H.R. 456, S. 1876, S. 2037, S. 2252: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) to compute cost-of-living increases for Social Security and Medicare benefits and authorizing a cost-of-living adjustment for Social Security recipients in 2011. Consumer Price Index for Social Security Beneficiaries/Chained CPI. (No bill): proposal to replace the current index used to calculate the Social Security COLA with a chained CPI. Social Security Privatization. H.R. 2109, H.R. 2889: provisions converting Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Security Protection. H.R. 1118, H.R. 796, H.R. 1630, S. 582 S.AMDT. 207 to S. 493: provisions removing Social Security Trust Fund receipts and disbursements from the federal budget baseline; limiting Trust Fund proceeds to OASDI purposes; prohibiting increases to the retirement age or the early retirement age, reductions in cost-of-living increases, reductions of benefit payment amounts, or the creation of private retirement accounts carved out of Social Security. Social Security Benefits. S. 1213, S. 804: provisions requiring progressive indexing or modifying cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) to one percent below the general COLA and implementing longevity indexing (i.e., raising the retirement age) of Social Security old-age insurance benefits. Social Security Payroll Tax Holiday. H.R. 3743: proposal to extend the current payroll tax holiday through the end of Calendar Year 2012, increase the percentage reduction from the current 2 percent to 3.1 percent, and extend it to employers in certain situations. Social Security Payroll Tax Holiday. H.R. 3630: provisions extending the payroll tax holiday through the end of Calendar Year 2012. Annual Social Security Statements. (No bill): options to modify the Social Security Administrations decision suspending the production and mailing of individual Social Security Statements. Raising the Payroll Tax Cap. S. 2252: provisions raising the amount of wages subject to payroll taxes.

Medicare Dental Benefits. S. 3272, H.R. 5909: provisions creating a Medicare Part B dental benefit. Medigap Benefits. S. 3271: provisions expanding access to Medicare supplemental insurance. Benefit Redesign. (No Bill): proposal to provide a catastrophic cap on Medicare out-of-pocket spending funded by a surcharge on private Medigap policies and employer-provided retiree health benefits. Independent Payment Advisory Board. H.R. 452, S. 668, H.R. 1 (Sec. 4050): proposals to repeal or modify the provisions of P.L. 111-148 and P.L. 111-152 reducing Medicare spending growth through an independent commission. Medicare Drug Savings. S. 1206, H.R. 2190: provisions extending Medicaid drug rebates to prescription drugs paid for by Medicare on behalf of Medicare-Medicaid dual-eligibles, and by Medicare Part D Low-Income Subsidy beneficiaries. Home Health Benefits. (No bill): proposal to require copayments from people receiving the Medicare home health benefit. Medicare Income-relating. (No bill): proposals to increase the percent of Medicare beneficiaries paying higher income-related premiums. Medicare Part A Hospital Inpatient Status. S. 818, H.R. 1543: provisions ensuring beneficiaries receiving hospital services are designated as inpatients, thereby assuring coverage of prescription drugs and post-acute care under Part A following a three-day hospitalization. Medicare Parts C and D. P.L. 110-275, P.L. 108-173: implementation of regulations and the issuance of guidance relating to beneficiary eligibility, enrollment, and effectiveness of exceptions and the appeals processes under Medicare Parts C and D. Medicare Part D Negotiation of Drug Prices. S. 31, S. 44, S. 560, H.R. 999, H.R. 3638: provisions creating a Medicare-operated prescription drug plan, allowing or requiring the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services to negotiate price concessions from pharmaceutical manufacturers for drugs purchased under the Part D program. Medicare Managed Care. H.R. 4254: provisions pertaining to revising the coding intensity adjustment factor in the demographic adjustment formula (used in calculating payments to Medicare Advantage organizations) for 2015 and subsequent years and setting the timing of prepayments beginning with January 2013. Medicare Supplemental Health Insurance. (No bill): proposals to increase costs for Medicare supplemental insurance. Medicare Physician Fees. P.L. 112-96, (H.R. 3630): provisions maintaining current levels of physician fees under Part B; extending the therapy caps exceptions process; and extending the Qualified Individual program. Medicare Privatization/Premium Support. (H. Con. Res. 112 and S. Con. Res. 37): provisions to convert Medicare from a defined benefit plan to a premium support/voucher system. Raising Medicare Eligibility Age. (H. Con. Res. 112 and S. Con. Res. 37): provisions to raise the Medicare eligibility age from 65 to 67. Prescription Drug Safety. P.L.112-144 (S. 3187, H.R. 3988, H.R. 4087, H.R. 5334, S. 2236, S. 2289 and S. 2516): provisions facilitating the importation of prescription drugs; preventing pharmaceutical fraud by requiring good corporate behavior; facilitating the adoption of modern information technology; and prohibiting brand name drug companies from compensating generic drug companies to delay the entry of a generic drug into the market. Public Health Service Act Dental Care. S. 1878, H.R. 4091: provisions pertaining to offering grant support to national dental programs that provide pro-bono dental care to Medicare and Medicaid eligible low-income children and adults. Comprehensive Health Care Reform. P.L. 111-148, P.L. 111-152: provisions related to reducing Medicare Advantage plan payments; reducing the Part D coverage gap; requiring higher income Medicare beneficiaries to pay an increased share of Medicare Parts B and D premium costs; expanding benefits for low-income beneficiaries under the Medicare Savings Programs and the Part D Low-Income Subsidy (LIS); improving the process for reassigning LIS beneficiaries to new plans; expanding coverage of prevention services; establishing a Medicare Commission; providing expanded Medicaid coverage for home and community-based services; authorizing the collection of data regarding disparities in the provision of care; providing safeguards and subsidies to assure affordability of health coverage for seniors. Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations. (No bill): proposals related to planning for the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations, and the approach this entity will take to test innovative payment and service delivery models to reduce program expenditures, while preserving or enhancing the quality of care for Medicare, Medicaid and CHIP beneficiaries. Federal Coordinated Health Care Office/Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office. (No bill): proposals related to activities of the Federal Coordinated Health Care Office intended to improve the quality of care for Medicare and Medicaid dual-eligibles. Long-term Care Financing. (No bill): proposals to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow individuals a deduction for qualified long-term care insurance premiums; to permit the use of qualified long-term care insurance under cafeteria plans and flexible spending arrangements; and to provide a tax credit for individuals with long-term care needs. Long-term Services and Supports/Repeal of CLASS. S. 720, H.R. 1173: provisions repealing the Community Living Assistance Services and Supports (CLASS) Act.

Fiscal Year 2013 Budget of the U.S. H. Con. Res. 112, H. Amdt. 1001 to H. Con. Res. 112, S. Con. Res. 37, S. Con Res. 41, S. Con. Res. 42 and S. Con. Res. 44: provisions pertaining to funding Social Security Administration, Medicare, Medicaid, Older Americans Act programs, and Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program and proposals to adopt the Simpson-Bowles Fiscal Commission recommendations on budgetary levels and the national debt. Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies Fiscal Year 2013 Appropriations. S. 3295 and H.R. 3070: provisions appropriating funds for Older Americans Act programs, elderly falls prevention, and SSA administrative expenses Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2013. H.R. 5973, S. 2375: provisions appropriating funds for senior nutrition programs.

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. (H.R. 6079): proposals repealing the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; restoring provisions of law amended by the Act; rescinding the health care provisions of the Health Care and Education and Reconciliation Act of 2010; and restoring provisions of law amended by the Act's health care provisions.

Health Care Law Repeal. H.R. 6079: legislation to repeal the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (P.L. 111-148/P.L. 111-152).

Medicare Benefit Redesign. (No Bill): proposals for providing a catastrophic cap on Medicare out-of-pocket spending to be paid for by a surcharge on private Medigap policies and employer-provided retiree health benefits. Medicare Drug Savings. S. 1206, H.R. 2190: provisions extending the application of Medicaid drug rebates to prescription drugs paid for by Medicare and used by people eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid (dual-eligibles), and by people receiving the Medicare Part D Low-Income Subsidy. Medicare Home Health Benefits. (No bill): proposals pertaining to copayments for beneficiaries receiving the Medicare home health benefit. Medicare Income-relating. (No bill): proposals to increase the cost of Medicare to higher-income beneficiaries. Medicare Eligibility Age (No Bill): proposals to increase the Medicare eligibility age. Medicare Parts C and D. P.L. 110-275, P.L. 108-173: implementation of regulations and issuance of guidance relating to beneficiary eligibility, enrollment, and effectiveness of exceptions and the appeals processes under Medicare Parts C and D. Medicare Part D Negotiation of Drug Prices. S. 31, S. 44, S. 560, H.R. 999, H.R. 6392: proposals to create a Medicare-operated prescription drug plan, allowing or requiring the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services to negotiate price concessions from pharmaceutical manufacturers for drugs purchased under the Part D program. Medicare Supplemental Health Insurance. (No bill): proposals to increase costs for Medicare beneficiaries who purchase Medigap insurance. Medicare Physician Fees. (P.L. 112-240): proposal to maintain current levels of physician fees under Part B. Comprehensive Health Care Reform. P.L. 111-148, P.L. 111-152: implementation of the provisions reducing Medicare Advantage plan payments; reducing the Part D coverage gap; requiring higher income Medicare beneficiaries to pay an increased share of Medicare Parts B and D premium costs; expanding benefits for low-income beneficiaries under the Medicare Savings Programs and the Part D Low-Income Subsidy (LIS); improving the process for reassigning LIS beneficiaries to new plans; expanding coverage of prevention services; establishing a Medicare Commission; providing expanded Medicaid coverage for home and community-based services; authorizing the collection of data regarding disparities in the provision of care; providing safeguards and subsidies to assure affordability of health coverage for seniors. Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation. (No bill): proposals related to the planning for the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations, and the approach the Center will take to test innovative payment and service delivery models to reduce program expenditures, while preserving or enhancing the quality of care for Medicare, Medicaid and CHIP beneficiaries. Federal Coordinated Health Care Office (Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office). (No bill): proposals related to the activities of the Federal Coordinated Health Care Office intended to improve the quality of care for recipients who receive benefits from both Medicare and Medicaid, e.g, dual-eligibles.

Benefit Redesign. (No Bill): proposals for providing a catastrophic cap on Medicare out-of-pocket spending to be paid for by a surcharge on private Medigap policies and employer-provided retiree health benefits. Independent Payment Advisory Board. H.R. 1: provisions to repeal or modify P.L. 111-148/P.L. 111-152 authorizing the creation of an independent commission to promulgate Medicare policies designed to reduce Medicare spending growth. Medicare Drug Savings. S. 1206, H.R. 2190: provisions extending the application of Medicaid drug rebates to prescription drugs paid for by Medicare and used by people eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid (dual-eligibles), and by people receiving the Medicare Part D Low-Income Subsidy. Home Health Benefits. (No bill): proposals pertaining to copayments for beneficiaries receiving the Medicare home health benefit. Medicare Income-relating. (No bill): proposals to increase the cost of Medicare to higher-income beneficiaries. Medicare Part A Hospital Inpatient Status. S. 818, H.R. 1543: provisions ensuring beneficiaries receiving hospital services are designated as inpatients, thereby assuring coverage of prescription drugs and post-acute care under Part A following a three-day hospitalization. Medicare Parts C and D. P.L. 110-275, P.L. 108-173: implementation of regulations and issuance of guidance relating to beneficiary eligibility, enrollment, and effectiveness of exceptions and the appeals processes under Medicare Parts C and D. Medicare Part D Negotiation of Drug Prices. S. 31, S. 44, S. 560, H.R. 999, H.R. 6392: provisions creating a Medicare-operated prescription drug plan, allowing or requiring the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services to negotiate price concessions from pharmaceutical manufacturers for drugs purchased under the Part D program. Medicare Managed Care. H.R. 4254: provisions pertaining to revisions to the coding intensity adjustment factor in the formula for the demographic adjustment used in calculating payments to Medicare Advantage organizations for 2015 and subsequent years and setting the timing of prepayments to January 2013. Medicare Supplemental Health Insurance. (No bill): proposals to increase costs for Medicare beneficiaries who purchase Medigap insurance. Medicare Physician Fees. (No bill): proposals to maintain current levels of physician fees under Part B. Comprehensive Health Care Reform. P.L. 111-148, P.L. 111-152: provisions related to reducing Medicare Advantage plan payments; reducing the Part D coverage gap; requiring higher income Medicare beneficiaries to pay an increased share of Medicare Parts B and D premium costs; expanding benefits for low-income beneficiaries under the Medicare Savings Programs and the Part D Low-Income Subsidy (LIS); improving the process for reassigning LIS beneficiaries to new plans; expanding coverage of prevention services; establishing a Medicare Commission; providing expanded Medicaid coverage for home and community-based services; authorizing the collection of data regarding disparities in the provision of care; providing safeguards and subsidies to assure affordability of health coverage for seniors. Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation. (No bill): proposals related to the planning for the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations, and the approach this office will take to test innovative payment and service delivery models to reduce program expenditures, while preserving or enhancing the quality of care for Medicare, Medicaid and CHIP beneficiaries. Federal Coordinated Health Care Office (Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office). (No bill): proposals related to activities of the Federal Coordinated Health Care Office intended to improve the quality of care for recipients who receive benefits from both Medicare and Medicaid, e.g, dual-eligibles. Long-term Services and Supports/Repeal of CLASS Act. S. 720, H.R. 1173: provisions repealing expanded support for long-term supports and services through the Community Living Assistance Services and Supports (CLASS) Act.

Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 776, H.R. 456, S. 1876: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) to compute cost-of-living increases (COLA) for Social Security benefits. Chained CPI (No bill): proposal to replace the current index used to calculate the Social Security COLA with a chained CPI. Social Security Privatization. H.R. 2109, H.R. 2889: proposals to convert Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Insurance Protection. H.Res. 733: provisions declaring that any agreement to replace the Budget Control Act of 2011 should not cut Medicare, Medicaid or Social Security benefits, but should contain revenue increases. Social Security Benefits. S. 1213, S. 804: provisions requiring progressive indexing, modifying COLAs, and increasing the Social Security retirement age. Social Security Payroll Tax Holiday Extension. (No Bill): proposals extending the payroll tax holiday beyond calendar year 2012. Annual Social Security Statements. S. 3295: options to modify the Social Security Administrations decision suspending the production and mailing of individual Social Security Statements. Raising the Payroll Tax Cap. S. 2252: provisions raising the amount of wages subject to payroll taxes. Social Security Mandatory Direct Deposit. (No bill): proposals to modify the Administrations mandate that federal benefit recipients receive benefits via direct deposit. Womens Social Security Improvements and Protections. (No bill): proposals to safeguard and improve benefit equity for women, including improving survivor benefits; providing Social Security credits for caregiving; enhancing the special minimum benefit; equalizing rules for disabled and working widows; restoring student benefits; improving benefits for disabled children; strengthening the COLA; increasing the basic benefit; and equalizing benefits for same-sex married couples. Social Security Equality. H.R. 4609: provisions requiring Social Security Administration to recognize legal partnerships for the purposes of survivor, retirement and other benefits. Social Security Administration Commissioner and Deputy Commissioner Appointments. (No Bill): issues surrounding the impending leadership transition at the Social Security Administration.

Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 1086, H.R. 776, H.R. 539, H.R. 456, S. 1876, S. 2037, S. 2252: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) to compute cost-of-living increases for Social Security and Medicare benefits and authorizing a cost-of-living adjustment for Social Security recipients in 2011. Consumer Price Index for Social Security Beneficiaries/Chained CPI. (No bill): proposal to replace the current index used to calculate the Social Security COLA with a chained CPI. Social Security Privatization. H.R. 2109, H.R. 2889: provisions converting Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Security Protection. H.R. 1118, H.R. 796, H.R. 1630, S. 582 S.AMDT. 207 to S. 493: provisions removing Social Security Trust Fund receipts and disbursements from the federal budget baseline; limiting Trust Fund proceeds to OASDI purposes; prohibiting increases to the retirement age or the early retirement age, reductions in cost-of-living increases, reductions of benefit payment amounts, or the creation of private retirement accounts carved out of Social Security. Social Security Benefits. S. 1213, S. 804: provisions requiring progressive indexing or modifying cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) to one percent below the general COLA and implementing longevity indexing (i.e., raising the retirement age) of Social Security old-age insurance benefits. Social Security Payroll Tax Holiday. H.R. 3743: proposal to extend the current payroll tax holiday through the end of Calendar Year 2012, increase the percentage reduction from the current 2 percent to 3.1 percent, and extend it to employers in certain situations. Social Security Payroll Tax Holiday. H.R. 3630: provisions extending the payroll tax holiday through the end of Calendar Year 2012. Annual Social Security Statements. (No bill): options to modify the Social Security Administrations decision suspending the production and mailing of individual Social Security Statements. Raising the Payroll Tax Cap. S. 2252: provisions raising the amount of wages subject to payroll taxes.

Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 776, H.R. 456, S. 1876: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) to compute cost-of-living increases (COLA) for Social Security benefits. Chained CPI (No bill): proposal to replace the current index used to calculate the Social Security COLA with a "chained CPI." Social Security Privatization. H.R. 2109, H.R. 2889: provisions converting Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Security Protection. S. 582, S.AMDT. 207 to S. 493: provisions removing Social Security Trust Fund receipts and disbursements from the federal budget baseline; limiting Trust Fund proceeds to OASDI purposes; prohibiting increases to the retirement age or the early retirement age; reducing cost-of-living increases; reducing benefit payment amounts; and creating private retirement accounts carved out of Social Security payroll tax revenues. Social Insurance Protection. H.Res. 733: provisions declaring that any agreement to replace the Budget Control Act of 2011 should not cut Medicare, Medicaid or Social Security benefits, but should contain revenue increases. Social Security Benefits. S. 1213, S. 804: provisions requiring progressive indexing, modifying COLAs, and increasing the Social Security retirement age. Social Security Payroll Tax Holiday Extension. (No Bill): proposals extending the payroll tax holiday beyond calendar year 2012. Annual Social Security Statements. S. 3295: options to modify the Social Security Administrations decision suspending the production and mailing of individual Social Security Statements. Raising the Payroll Tax Cap. S. 2252: provisions raising the amount of wages subject to payroll taxes. Social Security Mandatory Direct Deposit. (No bill): proposals to modify the Administrations mandate that federal benefit recipients receive benefit via direct deposit. Womens Social Security Improvements and Protections. (No bill): proposals to safeguard and improve benefit equity for women, including improving survivor benefits; providing Social Security credits for caregiving; enhancing the special minimum benefit; equalizing rules for disabled and working widows; restoring student benefits; improving benefits for disabled children; strengthening the COLA; increasing the basic benefit; and equalizing benefits for same-sex married couples. Social Security Equality. H.R. 4609 : provisions requiring Social Security Administration to recognize legal partnerships for the purposes of survivor, retirement and other benefits.

Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 1086, H.R. 776, H.R. 539, H.R. 456, S. 1876, S. 2037, S. 2252: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) to compute cost-of-living increases for Social Security and Medicare benefits and authorizing a cost-of-living adjustment for Social Security recipients. Chained CPI (No bill): proposal to replace the current index used to calculate the Social Security COLA with a chained CPI. Social Security Privatization. H.R. 2109, H.R. 2889: provisions converting Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Security Protection. H.R. 1118, H.R. 796, H.R. 1630, S. 582, S.AMDT. 207 to S. 493: provisions removing Social Security Trust Fund receipts and disbursements from the federal budget baseline; limiting Trust Fund proceeds to OASDI purposes; prohibiting increases to the retirement age or the early retirement age, reductions in cost-of-living increases, reductions of benefit payment amounts, or the creation of private retirement accounts carved out of Social Security. Social Security Benefits. S. 1213, S. 804: provisions requiring progressive indexing or modifying cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) to one percent below the Consumer Price Index and implementing longevity indexing (i.e., raising the retirement age) of Social Security old-age insurance benefits and increasing the Social Security retirement age. Social Security Payroll Tax Holiday. (No bill): proposals to extend the payroll tax holiday beyond Calendar Year 2012. Annual Social Security Statements. S. 3295: options to modify the Social Security Administrations decision suspending the production and mailing of individual Social Security Statements. Social Security direct deposit requirement. (No bill): proposals whereby beneficiaries with disabilities could apply for waivers to the new direct deposit requirement. Raising the Payroll Tax Cap. S. 2252: provisions raising the amount of wages subject to payroll taxes. Mandatory Direct Deposit. (No bill): options to modify the Administration mandate that federal benefit recipients collect there monthly benefit via direct deposit. Womens Social Security Improvements and Protections. (No bill): proposals to improve benefit equity and benefit safeguards for women, including improving survivor benefits; providing Social Security credits for caregiving; enhancing the special minimum benefit; equalizing rules for disabled and working widows; restoring student benefits; improving benefits for disabled children; strengthening the COLA; increasing the basic benefit; and equalizing benefits for same-sex married couples. Equal Benefits for Same-Sex Married Couples and Partners. H.R. 4609: provisions authorizing the treatment of permanent partnerships between individuals of the same gender as marriage for purposes of determining entitlement to Social Security benefits.

Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 1086, H.R. 776, H.R. 539, H.R. 456, S. 1876, S. 2037, S. 2252: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) to compute cost-of-living increases for Social Security and Medicare benefits and authorizing a cost-of-living adjustment for Social Security recipients. Chained CPI (No bill): proposal to replace the current index used to calculate the Social Security COLA with a chained CPI. Social Security Privatization. H.R. 2109, H.R. 2889: provisions converting Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Security Protection. H.R. 1118, H.R. 796, H.R. 1630, S. 582, S.AMDT. 207 to S. 493: provisions removing Social Security Trust Fund receipts and disbursements from the federal budget baseline; limiting Trust Fund proceeds to OASDI purposes; prohibiting increases to the retirement age or the early retirement age, reductions in cost-of-living increases, reductions of benefit payment amounts, or the creation of private retirement accounts carved out of Social Security. Social Security Benefits. S. 1213, S. 804: provisions requiring progressive indexing or modifying cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) to one percent below the Consumer Price Index and implementing longevity indexing (i.e., raising the retirement age) of Social Security old-age insurance benefits and increasing the Social Security retirement age. Social Security Payroll Tax Holiday. (No bill): proposals to extend the payroll tax holiday beyond Calendar Year 2012. Annual Social Security Statements. S. 3295: options to modify the Social Security Administrations decision suspending the production and mailing of individual Social Security Statements. Social Security direct deposit requirement. (No bill): proposals whereby beneficiaries with disabilities could apply for waivers to the new direct deposit requirement. Raising the Payroll Tax Cap. S. 2252: provisions raising the amount of wages subject to payroll taxes. Mandatory Direct Deposit. (No bill): options to modify the Administration mandate that federal benefit recipients collect there monthly benefit via direct deposit. Womens Social Security Improvements and Protections. (No bill): proposals to improve benefit equity and benefit safeguards for women, including improving survivor benefits; providing Social Security credits for caregiving; enhancing the special minimum benefit; equalizing rules for disabled and working widows; restoring student benefits; improving benefits for disabled children; strengthening the COLA; increasing the basic benefit; and equalizing benefits for same-sex married couples. Equal Benefits for Same-Sex Married Couples and Partners. H.R. 4609: provisions authorizing the treatment of permanent partnerships between individuals of the same gender as marriage for purposes of determining entitlement to Social Security benefits.

Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 1086, H.R. 776, H.R. 539, H.R. 456, S. 1876, S. 2037, S. 2252: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) to compute cost-of-living increases for Social Security and Medicare benefits and authorizing a cost-of-living adjustment for Social Security recipients in 2011. Consumer Price Index for Social Security Beneficiaries/Chained CPI. (No bill): proposal to replace the current index used to calculate the Social Security COLA with a chained CPI. Social Security Privatization. H.R. 2109, H.R. 2889: provisions converting Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Security Protection. H.R. 1118, H.R. 796, H.R. 1630, S. 582 S.AMDT. 207 to S. 493: provisions removing Social Security Trust Fund receipts and disbursements from the federal budget baseline; limiting Trust Fund proceeds to OASDI purposes; prohibiting increases to the retirement age or the early retirement age, reductions in cost-of-living increases, reductions of benefit payment amounts, or the creation of private retirement accounts carved out of Social Security. Social Security Benefits. S. 1213, S. 804: provisions requiring progressive indexing or modifying cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) to one percent below the general COLA and implementing longevity indexing (i.e., raising the retirement age) of Social Security old-age insurance benefits. Social Security Payroll Tax Holiday. H.R. 3743: proposal to extend the current payroll tax holiday through the end of Calendar Year 2012, increase the percentage reduction from the current 2 percent to 3.1 percent, and extend it to employers in certain situations. Social Security Payroll Tax Holiday. H.R. 3630: provisions extending the payroll tax holiday through the end of Calendar Year 2012. Annual Social Security Statements. (No bill): options to modify the Social Security Administrations decision suspending the production and mailing of individual Social Security Statements. Raising the Payroll Tax Cap. S. 2252: provisions raising the amount of wages subject to payroll taxes.

Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 776, H.R. 456, S. 1876: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) to compute cost-of-living increases (COLA) for Social Security benefits. Chained CPI (No bill): proposal to replace the current index used to calculate the Social Security COLA with a "chained CPI." Social Security Privatization. H.R. 2109, H.R. 2889: provisions converting Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Security Protection. S. 582, S.AMDT. 207 to S. 493: provisions removing Social Security Trust Fund receipts and disbursements from the federal budget baseline; limiting Trust Fund proceeds to OASDI purposes; prohibiting increases to the retirement age or the early retirement age; reducing cost-of-living increases; reducing benefit payment amounts; and creating private retirement accounts carved out of Social Security payroll tax revenues. Social Insurance Protection. H.Res. 733: provisions declaring that any agreement to replace the Budget Control Act of 2011 should not cut Medicare, Medicaid or Social Security benefits, but should contain revenue increases. Social Security Benefits. S. 1213, S. 804: provisions requiring progressive indexing, modifying COLAs, and increasing the Social Security retirement age. Social Security Payroll Tax Holiday Extension. (No Bill): proposals extending the payroll tax holiday beyond calendar year 2012. Annual Social Security Statements. S. 3295: options to modify the Social Security Administrations decision suspending the production and mailing of individual Social Security Statements. Raising the Payroll Tax Cap. S. 2252: provisions raising the amount of wages subject to payroll taxes. Social Security Mandatory Direct Deposit. (No bill): proposals to modify the Administrations mandate that federal benefit recipients receive benefit via direct deposit. Womens Social Security Improvements and Protections. (No bill): proposals to safeguard and improve benefit equity for women, including improving survivor benefits; providing Social Security credits for caregiving; enhancing the special minimum benefit; equalizing rules for disabled and working widows; restoring student benefits; improving benefits for disabled children; strengthening the COLA; increasing the basic benefit; and equalizing benefits for same-sex married couples. Social Security Equality. H.R. 4609 : provisions requiring Social Security Administration to recognize legal partnerships for the purposes of survivor, retirement and other benefits.

Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 1086, H.R. 776, H.R. 539, H.R. 456, S. 1876, S. 2037, S. 2252: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) to compute cost-of-living increases for Social Security and Medicare benefits and authorizing a cost-of-living adjustment for Social Security recipients. Chained CPI (No bill): proposal to replace the current index used to calculate the Social Security COLA with a chained CPI. Social Security Privatization. H.R. 2109, H.R. 2889: provisions converting Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Security Protection. H.R. 1118, H.R. 796, H.R. 1630, S. 582, S.AMDT. 207 to S. 493: provisions removing Social Security Trust Fund receipts and disbursements from the federal budget baseline; limiting Trust Fund proceeds to OASDI purposes; prohibiting increases to the retirement age or the early retirement age, reductions in cost-of-living increases, reductions of benefit payment amounts, or the creation of private retirement accounts carved out of Social Security. Social Security Benefits. S. 1213, S. 804: provisions requiring progressive indexing or modifying cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) to one percent below the Consumer Price Index and implementing longevity indexing (i.e., raising the retirement age) of Social Security old-age insurance benefits and increasing the Social Security retirement age. Social Security Payroll Tax Holiday. (No bill): proposals to extend the payroll tax holiday beyond Calendar Year 2012. Annual Social Security Statements. S. 3295: options to modify the Social Security Administrations decision suspending the production and mailing of individual Social Security Statements. Social Security direct deposit requirement. (No bill): proposals whereby beneficiaries with disabilities could apply for waivers to the new direct deposit requirement. Raising the Payroll Tax Cap. S. 2252: provisions raising the amount of wages subject to payroll taxes. Mandatory Direct Deposit. (No bill): options to modify the Administration mandate that federal benefit recipients collect there monthly benefit via direct deposit. Womens Social Security Improvements and Protections. (No bill): proposals to improve benefit equity and benefit safeguards for women, including improving survivor benefits; providing Social Security credits for caregiving; enhancing the special minimum benefit; equalizing rules for disabled and working widows; restoring student benefits; improving benefits for disabled children; strengthening the COLA; increasing the basic benefit; and equalizing benefits for same-sex married couples. Equal Benefits for Same-Sex Married Couples and Partners. H.R. 4609: provisions authorizing the treatment of permanent partnerships between individuals of the same gender as marriage for purposes of determining entitlement to Social Security benefits.

Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 1086, H.R. 776, H.R. 539, H.R. 456, S. 1876, S. 2037, S. 2252: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) to compute cost-of-living increases for Social Security and Medicare benefits and authorizing a cost-of-living adjustment for Social Security recipients in 2011. Consumer Price Index for Social Security Beneficiaries/Chained CPI. (No bill): proposal to replace the current index used to calculate the Social Security COLA with a chained CPI. Social Security Privatization. H.R. 2109, H.R. 2889: provisions converting Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Security Protection. H.R. 1118, H.R. 796, H.R. 1630, S. 582 S.AMDT. 207 to S. 493: provisions removing Social Security Trust Fund receipts and disbursements from the federal budget baseline; limiting Trust Fund proceeds to OASDI purposes; prohibiting increases to the retirement age or the early retirement age, reductions in cost-of-living increases, reductions of benefit payment amounts, or the creation of private retirement accounts carved out of Social Security. Social Security Benefits. S. 1213, S. 804: provisions requiring progressive indexing or modifying cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) to one percent below the general COLA and implementing longevity indexing (i.e., raising the retirement age) of Social Security old-age insurance benefits. Social Security Payroll Tax Holiday. H.R. 3743: proposal to extend the current payroll tax holiday through the end of Calendar Year 2012, increase the percentage reduction from the current 2 percent to 3.1 percent, and extend it to employers in certain situations. Social Security Payroll Tax Holiday. H.R. 3630: provisions extending the payroll tax holiday through the end of Calendar Year 2012. Annual Social Security Statements. (No bill): options to modify the Social Security Administrations decision suspending the production and mailing of individual Social Security Statements. Raising the Payroll Tax Cap. S. 2252: provisions raising the amount of wages subject to payroll taxes.

Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 776, H.R. 456, S. 1876: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) to compute cost-of-living increases (COLA) for Social Security benefits. Chained CPI (No bill): proposal to replace the current index used to calculate the Social Security COLA with a chained CPI. Social Security Privatization. H.R. 2109, H.R. 2889: proposals to convert Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Insurance Protection. H.Res. 733: provisions declaring that any agreement to replace the Budget Control Act of 2011 should not cut Medicare, Medicaid or Social Security benefits, but should contain revenue increases. Social Security Benefits. S. 1213, S. 804: provisions requiring progressive indexing, modifying COLAs, and increasing the Social Security retirement age. Social Security Payroll Tax Holiday Extension. (No Bill): proposals extending the payroll tax holiday beyond calendar year 2012. Annual Social Security Statements. S. 3295: options to modify the Social Security Administrations decision suspending the production and mailing of individual Social Security Statements. Raising the Payroll Tax Cap. S. 2252: provisions raising the amount of wages subject to payroll taxes. Social Security Mandatory Direct Deposit. (No bill): proposals to modify the Administrations mandate that federal benefit recipients receive benefits via direct deposit. Womens Social Security Improvements and Protections. (No bill): proposals to safeguard and improve benefit equity for women, including improving survivor benefits; providing Social Security credits for caregiving; enhancing the special minimum benefit; equalizing rules for disabled and working widows; restoring student benefits; improving benefits for disabled children; strengthening the COLA; increasing the basic benefit; and equalizing benefits for same-sex married couples. Social Security Equality. H.R. 4609: provisions requiring Social Security Administration to recognize legal partnerships for the purposes of survivor, retirement and other benefits. Social Security Administration Commissioner and Deputy Commissioner Appointments. (No Bill): issues surrounding the impending leadership transition at the Social Security Administration.

Extension of Bush Era Tax Cuts. S. 3412, H.R. 8, H.Amdt. 1473 (H.R. 8): proposals to extend the Bush era tax cuts (P.L. 107-16, P.L. 108-27) to the first $250,000 of household income.

Extension of Bush Era Tax Cuts (P.L. 107-16, P.L. 108-27). S. 3412, H.R. 8, H.Amdt. 1473 (H.R. 8): proposals to extend the Bush era tax cuts to the first $250,000 of household income.

Medicare Dental Benefits. S. 3272, H.R. 5909: provisions creating a Medicare Part B dental benefit. Medigap Benefits. S. 3271: provisions expanding access to Medicare supplemental insurance. Benefit Redesign. (No Bill): proposal to provide a catastrophic cap on Medicare out-of-pocket spending funded by a surcharge on private Medigap policies and employer-provided retiree health benefits. Independent Payment Advisory Board. H.R. 452, S. 668, H.R. 1 (Sec. 4050): proposals to repeal or modify the provisions of P.L. 111-148 and P.L. 111-152 reducing Medicare spending growth through an independent commission. Medicare Drug Savings. S. 1206, H.R. 2190: provisions extending Medicaid drug rebates to prescription drugs paid for by Medicare on behalf of Medicare-Medicaid dual-eligibles, and by Medicare Part D Low-Income Subsidy beneficiaries. Home Health Benefits. (No bill): proposal to require copayments from people receiving the Medicare home health benefit. Medicare Income-relating. (No bill): proposals to increase the percent of Medicare beneficiaries paying higher income-related premiums. Medicare Part A Hospital Inpatient Status. S. 818, H.R. 1543: provisions ensuring beneficiaries receiving hospital services are designated as inpatients, thereby assuring coverage of prescription drugs and post-acute care under Part A following a three-day hospitalization. Medicare Parts C and D. P.L. 110-275, P.L. 108-173: implementation of regulations and the issuance of guidance relating to beneficiary eligibility, enrollment, and effectiveness of exceptions and the appeals processes under Medicare Parts C and D. Medicare Part D Negotiation of Drug Prices. S. 31, S. 44, S. 560, H.R. 999, H.R. 3638: provisions creating a Medicare-operated prescription drug plan, allowing or requiring the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services to negotiate price concessions from pharmaceutical manufacturers for drugs purchased under the Part D program. Medicare Managed Care. H.R. 4254: provisions pertaining to revising the coding intensity adjustment factor in the demographic adjustment formula (used in calculating payments to Medicare Advantage organizations) for 2015 and subsequent years and setting the timing of prepayments beginning with January 2013. Medicare Supplemental Health Insurance. (No bill): proposals to increase costs for Medicare supplemental insurance. Medicare Physician Fees. P.L. 112-96, (H.R. 3630): provisions maintaining current levels of physician fees under Part B; extending the therapy caps exceptions process; and extending the Qualified Individual program. Medicare Privatization/Premium Support. (H. Con. Res. 112 and S. Con. Res. 37): provisions to convert Medicare from a defined benefit plan to a premium support/voucher system. Raising Medicare Eligibility Age. (H. Con. Res. 112 and S. Con. Res. 37): provisions to raise the Medicare eligibility age from 65 to 67. Prescription Drug Safety. P.L.112-144 (S. 3187, H.R. 3988, H.R. 4087, H.R. 5334, S. 2236, S. 2289 and S. 2516): provisions facilitating the importation of prescription drugs; preventing pharmaceutical fraud by requiring good corporate behavior; facilitating the adoption of modern information technology; and prohibiting brand name drug companies from compensating generic drug companies to delay the entry of a generic drug into the market. Public Health Service Act Dental Care. S. 1878, H.R. 4091: provisions pertaining to offering grant support to national dental programs that provide pro-bono dental care to Medicare and Medicaid eligible low-income children and adults. Comprehensive Health Care Reform. P.L. 111-148, P.L. 111-152: provisions related to reducing Medicare Advantage plan payments; reducing the Part D coverage gap; requiring higher income Medicare beneficiaries to pay an increased share of Medicare Parts B and D premium costs; expanding benefits for low-income beneficiaries under the Medicare Savings Programs and the Part D Low-Income Subsidy (LIS); improving the process for reassigning LIS beneficiaries to new plans; expanding coverage of prevention services; establishing a Medicare Commission; providing expanded Medicaid coverage for home and community-based services; authorizing the collection of data regarding disparities in the provision of care; providing safeguards and subsidies to assure affordability of health coverage for seniors. Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations. (No bill): proposals related to planning for the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations, and the approach this entity will take to test innovative payment and service delivery models to reduce program expenditures, while preserving or enhancing the quality of care for Medicare, Medicaid and CHIP beneficiaries. Federal Coordinated Health Care Office/Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office. (No bill): proposals related to activities of the Federal Coordinated Health Care Office intended to improve the quality of care for Medicare and Medicaid dual-eligibles. Long-term Care Financing. (No bill): proposals to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow individuals a deduction for qualified long-term care insurance premiums; to permit the use of qualified long-term care insurance under cafeteria plans and flexible spending arrangements; and to provide a tax credit for individuals with long-term care needs. Long-term Services and Supports/Repeal of CLASS. S. 720, H.R. 1173: provisions repealing the Community Living Assistance Services and Supports (CLASS) Act.

Benefit Redesign. (No Bill): proposals for providing a catastrophic cap on Medicare out-of-pocket spending to be paid for by a surcharge on private Medigap policies and employer-provided retiree health benefits. Independent Payment Advisory Board. H.R. 1: provisions to repeal or modify P.L. 111-148/P.L. 111-152 authorizing the creation of an independent commission to promulgate Medicare policies designed to reduce Medicare spending growth. Medicare Drug Savings. S. 1206, H.R. 2190: provisions extending the application of Medicaid drug rebates to prescription drugs paid for by Medicare and used by people eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid (dual-eligibles), and by people receiving the Medicare Part D Low-Income Subsidy. Home Health Benefits. (No bill): proposals pertaining to copayments for beneficiaries receiving the Medicare home health benefit. Medicare Income-relating. (No bill): proposals to increase the cost of Medicare to higher-income beneficiaries. Medicare Part A Hospital Inpatient Status. S. 818, H.R. 1543: provisions ensuring beneficiaries receiving hospital services are designated as inpatients, thereby assuring coverage of prescription drugs and post-acute care under Part A following a three-day hospitalization. Medicare Parts C and D. P.L. 110-275, P.L. 108-173: implementation of regulations and issuance of guidance relating to beneficiary eligibility, enrollment, and effectiveness of exceptions and the appeals processes under Medicare Parts C and D. Medicare Part D Negotiation of Drug Prices. S. 31, S. 44, S. 560, H.R. 999, H.R. 6392: provisions creating a Medicare-operated prescription drug plan, allowing or requiring the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services to negotiate price concessions from pharmaceutical manufacturers for drugs purchased under the Part D program. Medicare Managed Care. H.R. 4254: provisions pertaining to revisions to the coding intensity adjustment factor in the formula for the demographic adjustment used in calculating payments to Medicare Advantage organizations for 2015 and subsequent years and setting the timing of prepayments to January 2013. Medicare Supplemental Health Insurance. (No bill): proposals to increase costs for Medicare beneficiaries who purchase Medigap insurance. Medicare Physician Fees. (No bill): proposals to maintain current levels of physician fees under Part B. Comprehensive Health Care Reform. P.L. 111-148, P.L. 111-152: provisions related to reducing Medicare Advantage plan payments; reducing the Part D coverage gap; requiring higher income Medicare beneficiaries to pay an increased share of Medicare Parts B and D premium costs; expanding benefits for low-income beneficiaries under the Medicare Savings Programs and the Part D Low-Income Subsidy (LIS); improving the process for reassigning LIS beneficiaries to new plans; expanding coverage of prevention services; establishing a Medicare Commission; providing expanded Medicaid coverage for home and community-based services; authorizing the collection of data regarding disparities in the provision of care; providing safeguards and subsidies to assure affordability of health coverage for seniors. Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation. (No bill): proposals related to the planning for the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations, and the approach this office will take to test innovative payment and service delivery models to reduce program expenditures, while preserving or enhancing the quality of care for Medicare, Medicaid and CHIP beneficiaries. Federal Coordinated Health Care Office (Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office). (No bill): proposals related to activities of the Federal Coordinated Health Care Office intended to improve the quality of care for recipients who receive benefits from both Medicare and Medicaid, e.g, dual-eligibles. Long-term Services and Supports/Repeal of CLASS Act. S. 720, H.R. 1173: provisions repealing expanded support for long-term supports and services through the Community Living Assistance Services and Supports (CLASS) Act.

Medicare Benefit Redesign. (No Bill): proposals for providing a catastrophic cap on Medicare out-of-pocket spending to be paid for by a surcharge on private Medigap policies and employer-provided retiree health benefits. Medicare Drug Savings. S. 1206, H.R. 2190: provisions extending the application of Medicaid drug rebates to prescription drugs paid for by Medicare and used by people eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid (dual-eligibles), and by people receiving the Medicare Part D Low-Income Subsidy. Medicare Home Health Benefits. (No bill): proposals pertaining to copayments for beneficiaries receiving the Medicare home health benefit. Medicare Income-relating. (No bill): proposals to increase the cost of Medicare to higher-income beneficiaries. Medicare Eligibility Age (No Bill): proposals to increase the Medicare eligibility age. Medicare Parts C and D. P.L. 110-275, P.L. 108-173: implementation of regulations and issuance of guidance relating to beneficiary eligibility, enrollment, and effectiveness of exceptions and the appeals processes under Medicare Parts C and D. Medicare Part D Negotiation of Drug Prices. S. 31, S. 44, S. 560, H.R. 999, H.R. 6392: proposals to create a Medicare-operated prescription drug plan, allowing or requiring the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services to negotiate price concessions from pharmaceutical manufacturers for drugs purchased under the Part D program. Medicare Supplemental Health Insurance. (No bill): proposals to increase costs for Medicare beneficiaries who purchase Medigap insurance. Medicare Physician Fees. (P.L. 112-240): proposal to maintain current levels of physician fees under Part B. Comprehensive Health Care Reform. P.L. 111-148, P.L. 111-152: implementation of the provisions reducing Medicare Advantage plan payments; reducing the Part D coverage gap; requiring higher income Medicare beneficiaries to pay an increased share of Medicare Parts B and D premium costs; expanding benefits for low-income beneficiaries under the Medicare Savings Programs and the Part D Low-Income Subsidy (LIS); improving the process for reassigning LIS beneficiaries to new plans; expanding coverage of prevention services; establishing a Medicare Commission; providing expanded Medicaid coverage for home and community-based services; authorizing the collection of data regarding disparities in the provision of care; providing safeguards and subsidies to assure affordability of health coverage for seniors. Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation. (No bill): proposals related to the planning for the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations, and the approach the Center will take to test innovative payment and service delivery models to reduce program expenditures, while preserving or enhancing the quality of care for Medicare, Medicaid and CHIP beneficiaries. Federal Coordinated Health Care Office (Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office). (No bill): proposals related to the activities of the Federal Coordinated Health Care Office intended to improve the quality of care for recipients who receive benefits from both Medicare and Medicaid, e.g, dual-eligibles.

Medicare/Commission. P.L. 111-148, P.L. 111-152 (Sec. 4050): provisions pertaining to the repeal or modification of provisions creating an independent commission authorized to establish Medicare payment and policy designed to reduce Medicare spending growth. Medicare Drug Savings. S. 1206, H.R. 2190: provisions extending Medicaid drug rebates to prescription drugs paid for by Medicare and used by people eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid (dual-eligibles), and by people receiving the Medicare Part D Low-Income Subsidy. Medicare/Home Health Benefits. (No bill): proposals regarding potential copayments for beneficiaries receiving the Medicare home health benefit. Medicare/Income-relating. (No bill): proposals to increase costs for higher-income Medicare beneficiaries. Medicare/Part A Hospital Inpatient Status. S. 818, H.R. 1543: provisions ensuring beneficiaries receiving hospital services are designated as inpatients, thereby assuring coverage of prescription drugs and post-acute care under Part A following a three-day hospitalization. Medicare Part B Drug Savings. S. 1699: provisions pertaining to provisions that reduce the cost of prescription drugs paid for under Medicare Part B. Medicare/Parts C and D. P.L. 110-275, P.L. 108-173: provisions pertaining to the implementation of regulations and issuance of guidance relating to beneficiary eligibility, enrollment, and effectiveness of exceptions and the appeals processes under Medicare Parts C and D. Medicare/Part D plan, Negotiation of Part D Drug Prices. S. 31, S. 44, S. 560, H.R. 999: provisions creating a Medicare-operated prescription drug plan, allowing or requiring the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services to negotiate price concessions from pharmaceutical manufacturers for drugs purchased under the Part D program. Medicare/Managed Care. Medicare Advantage Program Integrity Act of 2012. H.R. 4254: provisions pertaining to revisions of the coding intensity adjustment factor in the formula for the demographic adjustment used in calculating payments to Medicare Advantage organizations for 2015 and subsequent years and sets the timing of prepayments to beginning with January 2013. Medicare/Medicare Supplemental Health Insurance. (No bill): proposals to increase costs for Medicare beneficiaries who purchase Medigap insurance. Medicare/Physician Fees. P.L. 112-96, (H.R. 3630): provisions pertaining to provisions that maintain current levels of physician fees under Medicare Part B; extending the therapy caps exceptions process; extending the Qualified Individual program. Medicare/Premium Support/Privatization. (No bill): proposals to convert Medicare from a defined benefit plan to a premium support/voucher system. Medicare/Raising Eligibility Age. (No bill): proposals to raise the Medicare eligibility age from 65 to 67. Medicare/Medicaid. Comprehensive Health Care Reform. P.L. 111-148, P.L. 111-152: provisions related to reducing Medicare Advantage plan payments; reducing the Part D coverage gap; requiring higher income Medicare beneficiaries to pay an increased share of Medicare Parts B and D premium costs; expanding benefits for low-income beneficiaries under the Medicare Savings Programs and the Part D Low-Income Subsidy (LIS); improving the process for reassigning LIS beneficiaries to new plans; expanding coverage of prevention services; establishing a Medicare Commission; providing expanded Medicaid coverage for home and community-based services; authorizing the collection of data regarding disparities in the provision of care; providing safeguards and subsidies to assure affordability of health coverage for seniors. Medicare and Medicaid/Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations. (No bill): proposals related to the planning for the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations, and the approach this office will take to test innovative payment and service delivery models to reduce program expenditures, while preserving or enhancing the quality of care for Medicare, Medicaid and CHIP beneficiaries. Medicare and Medicaid/Federal Coordinated Health Care Office (Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office). (No bill): proposals related to activities of the Federal Coordinated Health Care Office intended to improve the quality of care for recipients who receive benefits from both Medicare and Medicaid, i.e., dual-eligibles. Long-term Care Financing via Tax Deduction. (No bill): provisions amending the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow individuals a deduction for qualified long-term care insurance premiums, use of such insurance under cafeteria plans and flexible spending arrangements, and a credit for individuals with long -term care needs. Long-term Services and Supports/Community Living Assistance Services and Supports (CLASS) Act. S. 720, H.R. 1173: provisions repealing previously enacted expanded support for long-term supports and services.

President of the U.S. Fiscal Year 2013 Budget Submission. (No bill): proposals for the Federal budget for the upcoming fiscal year including provisions pertaining to funding the Social Security Administration, Medicare, Older Americans Act programs, and Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program. Fiscal Year 2013 Budget of the U.S. H.Res.Con 112: proposals for the Federal budget for the upcoming fiscal year including provisions pertaining to funding the Social Security Administration, Medicare, Medicaid, Older Americans Act programs, and Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program. H.Amdt.1001 to H.CON.Res.112: an amendment in the nature of a substitute to utilize Simpson-Bowles recommendations for establishment of the budget for FY 2013 and to set forth the appropriate budgetary levels for FY 2014 through FY 2022. Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies Fiscal Year 2013 Appropriations. (No bill): provisions appropriating funds for Older Americans Act programs. Balanced Budget Amendment to the Constitution. H.J.Res. 1, H.J.Res. 2, S.J.Res. 23, S.J.Res. 24, S.J.Res. 10: resolutions proposing a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution of the United States and requiring supermajorities to increase the deficit or to raise revenues.

Social Security Protection. S.AMDT. 207 (to S. 493): prohibiting reductions to Social Security benefits for deficit reduction purposes. Social Security Protection. H.R. 1118, H.R. 796, S. 582: provisions removing Social Security Trust Fund receipts and disbursements from the federal budget baseline; limiting Trust Fund proceeds to OASDI purposes; prohibiting increases to the retirement age or the early retirement age, reductions in cost-of-living increases, reductions of benefit payment amounts, or creation of private retirement accounts carved out of Social Security; establishing a point of order against legislation that would reduce benefits or privatize Social Security. Social Security Lock Box. S. 123: provisions amending the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 relating to Social Security Trust Fund totals and requiring presidential budget submissions to Congress to include a detailed proposal for Social Security reform legislation. Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 1086, H.R. 776, H.R. 539, H.R. 456: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) for the purpose of computing Social Security and Medicare benefit cost-of-living increases, and authorizing a cost-of living adjustment for Social Security recipients in 2011. Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment. H.R. 776, H.R. 539: providing for a Social Security COLA in non-COLA years. Social Security Privatization. H.R. 107, H.R. 4529: provisions converting Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Security Benefits. S. 426: provision requiring progressive indexing and longevity indexing of Social Security old-age insurance benefits. Social Security Government Pension Offset (GPO) and Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP). H.R. 1332, S. 113: provisions repealing the GPO and/or WEP. Public Pension Modifications (no bill): proposals safeguarding spousal benefits with respect to Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) pensions, the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) and the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). Womens Pension Improvements and Protections (no bill): proposals to improve working womens pension plan participation and pension account accumulation, and safeguard spousal pension rights at divorce.

Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 1086, H.R. 776, H.R. 539, H.R. 456: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) to compute cost-of-living increases for Social Security and Medicare benefits and authorizing a cost-of-living adjustment for Social Security recipients in 2011. Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment. H.R. 776, H.R.539: providing for a Social Security COLA in non-COLA years. Social Security Privatization. H.R. 2109: provisions converting Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Security Protection. H.R. 1118, H.R. 796, H.R. 1630, S. 582 S.AMDT. 207 to S. 493: provisions removing Social Security Trust Fund receipts and disbursements from the federal budget baseline; limiting Trust Fund proceeds to OASDI purposes; prohibiting increases to the retirement age or the early retirement age, reductions in cost-of-living increases, reductions of benefit payment amounts, or the creation of private retirement accounts carved out of Social Security. Social Security Benefits. S. 1213, S. 804: provisions requiring progressive indexing or modifying cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) to one percent below the general COLA and implementing longevity indexing (i.e., raising the retirement age) of Social Security old-age insurance benefits. Social Security Payroll Tax (No bill). Proposal to extend the current two percentage point reduction in an employees Social Security tax rate through the end of Calendar Year 2012. Social Security Government Pension Offset (GPO) and Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP). H.R. 1332, S. 113: provisions repealing the GPO and/or WEP. Older Americans Act (No bill). Recommendations for Fiscal Year 2011 reauthorizations. Public Pension Modifications (no bill). Proposals safeguarding spousal benefits with respect to Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) pensions, the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) and the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). Womens Pension Improvements and Protections (no bill). Proposals to improve working womens pension plan participation and pension account accumulation, and safeguard spousal pension rights at divorce.

Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 1086, H.R. 776, H.R. 539, H.R. 456, S. 1876: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) to compute cost-of-living increases for Social Security and Medicare benefits and authorizing a cost-of-living adjustment for Social Security recipients in 2011. Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment. H.R. 776, H.R.539: providing for a Social Security COLA in non-COLA years. Chained CPI (no bill). proposal to replace the current index used to calculate the Social Security COLA with a chained CPI. Social Security Privatization. H.R. 2109, H.R. 2889: provisions converting Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Security Protection. H.R. 1118, H.R. 796, H.R. 1630, S. 582 S.AMDT. 207 to S. 493: provisions removing Social Security Trust Fund receipts and disbursements from the federal budget baseline; limiting Trust Fund proceeds to OASDI purposes; prohibiting increases to the retirement age or the early retirement age, reductions in cost-of-living increases, reductions of benefit payment amounts, or the creation of private retirement accounts carved out of Social Security. Social Security Benefits. S. 1213, S. 804: provisions requiring progressive indexing or modifying cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) to one percent below the general COLA and implementing longevity indexing (i.e., raising the retirement age) of Social Security old-age insurance benefits. Social Security Payroll Tax. H.R. 3630, H.R. 3743, H.R. 3765: proposal to extend the current payroll tax holiday through the end of Calendar Year 2012, increase the percentage reduction from the current 2 percent to 3.1 percent, extend it to employers in certain situations. Social Security Payroll Tax. H.Res. 501: expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that any final measure to extend the payroll tax holiday extend Federally funded unemployment insurance benefits and prevent decreases in reimbursement for physicians who provide care to Medicare beneficiaries. Social Security Government Pension Offset (GPO) and Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP). H.R. 1332, S. 113: provisions repealing the GPO and/or WEP. Annual Social Security Statements (No bill). Options to modify the Social Security Administrations decision suspending the production and mailing of individual Social Security Statements. Public Pension Modifications (no bill). Proposals safeguarding spousal benefits with respect to Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) pensions, the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) and the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). Womens Pension Improvements and Protections (no bill). Proposals to improve working womens pension plan participation and pension account accumulation, and safeguard spousal pension rights at divorce. Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction. H.Con. Res.72: resolution expressing the sense of Congress that any legislative language approved by the Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction should not reduce benefits for Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid recipients. Raising the Payroll Tax Cap. S. 1558, H.R. 797: provisions raising the amount of wages subject to payroll taxes.

Social Security Protection. S.AMDT. 207 (to S. 493): prohibiting reductions to Social Security benefits for deficit reduction purposes. Social Security Protection. H.R. 1118, H.R. 796, S. 582: provisions removing Social Security Trust Fund receipts and disbursements from the federal budget baseline; limiting Trust Fund proceeds to OASDI purposes; prohibiting increases to the retirement age or the early retirement age, reductions in cost-of-living increases, reductions of benefit payment amounts, or creation of private retirement accounts carved out of Social Security; establishing a point of order against legislation that would reduce benefits or privatize Social Security. Social Security Lock Box. S. 123: provisions amending the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 relating to Social Security Trust Fund totals and requiring presidential budget submissions to Congress to include a detailed proposal for Social Security reform legislation. Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 1086, H.R. 776, H.R. 539, H.R. 456: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) for the purpose of computing Social Security and Medicare benefit cost-of-living increases, and authorizing a cost-of living adjustment for Social Security recipients in 2011. Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment. H.R. 776, H.R. 539: providing for a Social Security COLA in non-COLA years. Social Security Privatization. H.R. 107, H.R. 4529: provisions converting Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Security Benefits. S. 426: provision requiring progressive indexing and longevity indexing of Social Security old-age insurance benefits. Social Security Government Pension Offset (GPO) and Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP). H.R. 1332, S. 113: provisions repealing the GPO and/or WEP. Public Pension Modifications (no bill): proposals safeguarding spousal benefits with respect to Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) pensions, the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) and the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). Womens Pension Improvements and Protections (no bill): proposals to improve working womens pension plan participation and pension account accumulation, and safeguard spousal pension rights at divorce.

Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 1086, H.R. 776, H.R. 539, H.R. 456: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) to compute cost-of-living increases for Social Security and Medicare benefits and authorizing a cost-of-living adjustment for Social Security recipients in 2011. Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment. H.R. 776, H.R.539: providing for a Social Security COLA in non-COLA years. Chained CPI (No bill). proposal to replace the current index used to calculate the Social Security COLA with a chained CPI. Social Security Privatization. H.R. 2109, H.R. 2889: provisions converting Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Security Protection. H.R. 1118, H.R. 796, H.R. 1630, S. 582 S.AMDT. 207 to S. 493: provisions removing Social Security Trust Fund receipts and disbursements from the federal budget baseline; limiting Trust Fund proceeds to OASDI purposes; prohibiting increases to the retirement age or the early retirement age, reductions in cost-of-living increases, reductions of benefit payment amounts, or the creation of private retirement accounts carved out of Social Security. Social Security Benefits. S. 1213, S. 804: provisions requiring progressive indexing or modifying cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) to one percent below the general COLA and implementing longevity indexing (i.e., raising the retirement age) of Social Security old-age insurance benefits. Social Security Payroll Tax (No bill). Proposal to extend the current payroll tax holiday through the end of Calendar Year 2012, increase the percentage reduction from the current 2 percent to 3.1 percent, and extend it to employers in certain situations. Social Security Government Pension Offset (GPO) and Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP). H.R. 1332, S. 113: provisions repealing the GPO and/or WEP. Annual Social Security Statements (No bill). Options to modify the Social Security Administrations decision suspending the production and mailing of individual Social Security Statements. Public Pension Modifications (No bill). Proposals safeguarding spousal benefits with respect to Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) pensions, the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) and the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). Womens Pension Improvements and Protections (No bill). Proposals to improve working womens pension plan participation and pension account accumulation, and safeguard spousal pension rights at divorce. Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction. H.Con. Res.72: Resolution expressing the sense of Congress that any legislative language approved by the Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction should not reduce benefits for Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid recipients. Raising the Payroll Tax Cap. S. 1558, H.R. 797: provisions raising the amount of wages subject to payroll taxes.

Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 1086, H.R. 776, H.R. 539, H.R. 456, S. 1876: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) to compute cost-of-living increases for Social Security and Medicare benefits and authorizing a cost-of-living adjustment for Social Security recipients in 2011. Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment. H.R. 776, H.R.539: providing for a Social Security COLA in non-COLA years. Chained CPI (no bill). proposal to replace the current index used to calculate the Social Security COLA with a chained CPI. Social Security Privatization. H.R. 2109, H.R. 2889: provisions converting Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Security Protection. H.R. 1118, H.R. 796, H.R. 1630, S. 582 S.AMDT. 207 to S. 493: provisions removing Social Security Trust Fund receipts and disbursements from the federal budget baseline; limiting Trust Fund proceeds to OASDI purposes; prohibiting increases to the retirement age or the early retirement age, reductions in cost-of-living increases, reductions of benefit payment amounts, or the creation of private retirement accounts carved out of Social Security. Social Security Benefits. S. 1213, S. 804: provisions requiring progressive indexing or modifying cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) to one percent below the general COLA and implementing longevity indexing (i.e., raising the retirement age) of Social Security old-age insurance benefits. Social Security Payroll Tax. H.R. 3630, H.R. 3743, H.R. 3765: proposal to extend the current payroll tax holiday through the end of Calendar Year 2012, increase the percentage reduction from the current 2 percent to 3.1 percent, extend it to employers in certain situations. Social Security Payroll Tax. H.Res. 501: expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that any final measure to extend the payroll tax holiday extend Federally funded unemployment insurance benefits and prevent decreases in reimbursement for physicians who provide care to Medicare beneficiaries. Social Security Government Pension Offset (GPO) and Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP). H.R. 1332, S. 113: provisions repealing the GPO and/or WEP. Annual Social Security Statements (No bill). Options to modify the Social Security Administrations decision suspending the production and mailing of individual Social Security Statements. Public Pension Modifications (no bill). Proposals safeguarding spousal benefits with respect to Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) pensions, the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) and the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). Womens Pension Improvements and Protections (no bill). Proposals to improve working womens pension plan participation and pension account accumulation, and safeguard spousal pension rights at divorce. Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction. H.Con. Res.72: resolution expressing the sense of Congress that any legislative language approved by the Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction should not reduce benefits for Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid recipients. Raising the Payroll Tax Cap. S. 1558, H.R. 797: provisions raising the amount of wages subject to payroll taxes.

Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 1086, H.R. 776, H.R. 539, H.R. 456: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) to compute cost-of-living increases for Social Security and Medicare benefits and authorizing a cost-of-living adjustment for Social Security recipients in 2011. Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment. H.R. 776, H.R.539: providing for a Social Security COLA in non-COLA years. Chained CPI (No bill). proposal to replace the current index used to calculate the Social Security COLA with a chained CPI. Social Security Privatization. H.R. 2109, H.R. 2889: provisions converting Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Security Protection. H.R. 1118, H.R. 796, H.R. 1630, S. 582 S.AMDT. 207 to S. 493: provisions removing Social Security Trust Fund receipts and disbursements from the federal budget baseline; limiting Trust Fund proceeds to OASDI purposes; prohibiting increases to the retirement age or the early retirement age, reductions in cost-of-living increases, reductions of benefit payment amounts, or the creation of private retirement accounts carved out of Social Security. Social Security Benefits. S. 1213, S. 804: provisions requiring progressive indexing or modifying cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) to one percent below the general COLA and implementing longevity indexing (i.e., raising the retirement age) of Social Security old-age insurance benefits. Social Security Payroll Tax (No bill). Proposal to extend the current payroll tax holiday through the end of Calendar Year 2012, increase the percentage reduction from the current 2 percent to 3.1 percent, and extend it to employers in certain situations. Social Security Government Pension Offset (GPO) and Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP). H.R. 1332, S. 113: provisions repealing the GPO and/or WEP. Annual Social Security Statements (No bill). Options to modify the Social Security Administrations decision suspending the production and mailing of individual Social Security Statements. Public Pension Modifications (No bill). Proposals safeguarding spousal benefits with respect to Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) pensions, the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) and the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). Womens Pension Improvements and Protections (No bill). Proposals to improve working womens pension plan participation and pension account accumulation, and safeguard spousal pension rights at divorce. Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction. H.Con. Res.72: Resolution expressing the sense of Congress that any legislative language approved by the Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction should not reduce benefits for Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid recipients. Raising the Payroll Tax Cap. S. 1558, H.R. 797: provisions raising the amount of wages subject to payroll taxes.

Social Security Protection. S.AMDT. 207 (to S. 493): prohibiting reductions to Social Security benefits for deficit reduction purposes. Social Security Protection. H.R. 1118, H.R. 796, S. 582: provisions removing Social Security Trust Fund receipts and disbursements from the federal budget baseline; limiting Trust Fund proceeds to OASDI purposes; prohibiting increases to the retirement age or the early retirement age, reductions in cost-of-living increases, reductions of benefit payment amounts, or creation of private retirement accounts carved out of Social Security; establishing a point of order against legislation that would reduce benefits or privatize Social Security. Social Security Lock Box. S. 123: provisions amending the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 relating to Social Security Trust Fund totals and requiring presidential budget submissions to Congress to include a detailed proposal for Social Security reform legislation. Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 1086, H.R. 776, H.R. 539, H.R. 456: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) for the purpose of computing Social Security and Medicare benefit cost-of-living increases, and authorizing a cost-of living adjustment for Social Security recipients in 2011. Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment. H.R. 776, H.R. 539: providing for a Social Security COLA in non-COLA years. Social Security Privatization. H.R. 107, H.R. 4529: provisions converting Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Security Benefits. S. 426: provision requiring progressive indexing and longevity indexing of Social Security old-age insurance benefits. Social Security Government Pension Offset (GPO) and Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP). H.R. 1332, S. 113: provisions repealing the GPO and/or WEP. Public Pension Modifications (no bill): proposals safeguarding spousal benefits with respect to Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) pensions, the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) and the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). Womens Pension Improvements and Protections (no bill): proposals to improve working womens pension plan participation and pension account accumulation, and safeguard spousal pension rights at divorce.

Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 1086, H.R. 776, H.R. 539, H.R. 456: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) to compute cost-of-living increases for Social Security and Medicare benefits and authorizing a cost-of-living adjustment for Social Security recipients in 2011. Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment. H.R. 776, H.R.539: providing for a Social Security COLA in non-COLA years. Social Security Privatization. H.R. 2109: provisions converting Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Security Protection. H.R. 1118, H.R. 796, H.R. 1630, S. 582 S.AMDT. 207 to S. 493: provisions removing Social Security Trust Fund receipts and disbursements from the federal budget baseline; limiting Trust Fund proceeds to OASDI purposes; prohibiting increases to the retirement age or the early retirement age, reductions in cost-of-living increases, reductions of benefit payment amounts, or the creation of private retirement accounts carved out of Social Security. Social Security Benefits. S. 1213, S. 804: provisions requiring progressive indexing or modifying cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) to one percent below the general COLA and implementing longevity indexing (i.e., raising the retirement age) of Social Security old-age insurance benefits. Social Security Payroll Tax (No bill). Proposal to extend the current two percentage point reduction in an employees Social Security tax rate through the end of Calendar Year 2012. Social Security Government Pension Offset (GPO) and Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP). H.R. 1332, S. 113: provisions repealing the GPO and/or WEP. Older Americans Act (No bill). Recommendations for Fiscal Year 2011 reauthorizations. Public Pension Modifications (no bill). Proposals safeguarding spousal benefits with respect to Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) pensions, the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) and the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). Womens Pension Improvements and Protections (no bill). Proposals to improve working womens pension plan participation and pension account accumulation, and safeguard spousal pension rights at divorce.

Medicare/Home Health Benefits (No bill). Pertaining to potential regulation regarding the face-to-face physician encounter requirement to qualify for the Medicare home health benefit. Medicare/Home Health Benefits (No bill). Pertaining to potential copayments for beneficiaries receiving the Medicare home health benefit. Medicare/Clinical Laboratory Services (No bill). Pertaining to potential copayments for beneficiaries Medicare clinical laboratory services. Medicare/Part A Hospital Inpatient Status. S. 818, H.R. 1543: provisions ensuring beneficiaries receiving hospital services are designated as inpatients, thereby assuring coverage of prescription drugs and post-acute care under Part A. Medicare/Physician Fees. P.L. 111-309 (H.R. 4994), H.R. 3630, H.R. 3743, H.R. 3765: provisions maintaining current levels of physician fees under Part B; extending the therapy caps exceptions process; extending the Qualified Individual program. Comprehensive Health Care Reform. P.L. 111-148 (H.R. 3590), P.L. 111-152 (H.R. 4872): implementation of provisions reducing Medicare Advantage plan payments; reducing the Part D coverage gap; requiring higher income Medicare beneficiaries to pay an increased share of Medicare Parts B and D premium costs; expanding benefits for low-income beneficiaries under the Medicare Savings Programs and the Part D Low-Income Subsidy (LIS); improving the process for reassigning LIS beneficiaries to new plans; expanding coverage of prevention services; establishing a Medicare Commission; providing expanded Medicaid coverage for home and community-based services; authorizing the collection of data regarding disparities in the provision of care; providing safeguards and subsidies to assure affordability of health coverage for seniors. Medicare/Commission. P.L. 111-148 (H.R. 3590), P.L. 111-152 (H.R. 452, S. 668): pertaining to the repeal or modification of provisions creating an independent commission authorized to establish Medicare payment and policy designed to reduce Medicare spending growth. Medicare/Parts C and D. P.L. 110-275, P.L. 108-173: implementation of regulations and issuance of guidance relating to beneficiary eligibility, enrollment, and effectiveness of exceptions and the appeals processes under Medicare Parts C and D. Medicare/Medicare-operated Part D plan, Negotiation of Part D Drug Prices. S. 31, S. 44, S.560, H.R. 999: creating a Medicare-operated prescription drug plan, allowing or requiring the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services to negotiate price concessions from pharmaceutical manufacturers for drugs purchased under the Part D program. Medicare Drug Savings. S. 1206, H.R. 2190: extending Medicaid drug rebates to prescription drugs paid for by Medicare and used by people eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid (dual-eligibles), and by people receiving the Medicare Part D Low-Income Subsidy. Medicare Part B Drug Savings. S. 1699: provisions reducing the cost of prescription drugs paid for under Medicare Part B. Medicare and Medicaid/Federal Coordinated Health Care Office (Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office) (No bill). Proposals for the activities of the Federal Coordinated Health Care Office intended to improve the quality of care for recipients who receive benefits from both Medicare and Medicaid, i.e., dual-eligibles. Medicare and Medicaid/Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations (No bill). Proposals related to the planning for the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations, and the approach this office will take to test innovative payment and service delivery models to reduce program expenditures, while preserving or enhancing the quality of care for Medicare, Medicaid and CHIP beneficiaries. Medicare/Raising Eligibility Age (No bill). Proposals to raise the Medicare eligibility age from 65 to 67. Medicare/Medicare Supplemental Health Insurance (No bill). Proposals to increase costs for Medicare beneficiaries who purchase Medigap insurance. Medicare/Income-relating (No bill). Proposals to increase costs for higher-income Medicare beneficiaries. Medicare Privatization (No Bill): Provisions to convert Medicare from a defined benefit plan to a premium support/voucher system. Long-term Care Financing. S. 227, H.R. 2267: provisions permitting advance practice registered nurses (APRNs) and physician assistants (PAs) to sign home health plans of care. Long-term Care Financing via Tax Deduction (no bill): Provisions amending the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow individuals a deduction for qualified long-term care insurance premiums, use of such insurance under cafeteria plans and flexible spending arrangements, and a credit for individuals with long -term care needs. Repeal of expanded support for long-term supports and services, S. 720, H.R. 1173: Legislation would repeal the Community Living Assistance Services and Supports (CLASS) Act, a voluntary national insurance program for purchasing community living assistance will help many people remain in the community and avoid institutional care, which will improve their quality of life.

Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 1086, H.R. 776, H.R. 539, H.R. 456: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) to compute cost-of-living increases for Social Security and Medicare benefits and authorizing a cost-of-living adjustment for Social Security recipients in 2011. Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment. H.R. 776, H.R.539: providing for a Social Security COLA in non-COLA years. Chained CPI (No bill). proposal to replace the current index used to calculate the Social Security COLA with a chained CPI. Social Security Privatization. H.R. 2109, H.R. 2889: provisions converting Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Security Protection. H.R. 1118, H.R. 796, H.R. 1630, S. 582 S.AMDT. 207 to S. 493: provisions removing Social Security Trust Fund receipts and disbursements from the federal budget baseline; limiting Trust Fund proceeds to OASDI purposes; prohibiting increases to the retirement age or the early retirement age, reductions in cost-of-living increases, reductions of benefit payment amounts, or the creation of private retirement accounts carved out of Social Security. Social Security Benefits. S. 1213, S. 804: provisions requiring progressive indexing or modifying cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) to one percent below the general COLA and implementing longevity indexing (i.e., raising the retirement age) of Social Security old-age insurance benefits. Social Security Payroll Tax (No bill). Proposal to extend the current payroll tax holiday through the end of Calendar Year 2012, increase the percentage reduction from the current 2 percent to 3.1 percent, and extend it to employers in certain situations. Social Security Government Pension Offset (GPO) and Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP). H.R. 1332, S. 113: provisions repealing the GPO and/or WEP. Annual Social Security Statements (No bill). Options to modify the Social Security Administrations decision suspending the production and mailing of individual Social Security Statements. Public Pension Modifications (No bill). Proposals safeguarding spousal benefits with respect to Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) pensions, the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) and the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). Womens Pension Improvements and Protections (No bill). Proposals to improve working womens pension plan participation and pension account accumulation, and safeguard spousal pension rights at divorce. Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction. H.Con. Res.72: Resolution expressing the sense of Congress that any legislative language approved by the Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction should not reduce benefits for Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid recipients. Raising the Payroll Tax Cap. S. 1558, H.R. 797: provisions raising the amount of wages subject to payroll taxes.

Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 1086, H.R. 776, H.R. 539, H.R. 456, S. 1876: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) to compute cost-of-living increases for Social Security and Medicare benefits and authorizing a cost-of-living adjustment for Social Security recipients in 2011. Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment. H.R. 776, H.R.539: providing for a Social Security COLA in non-COLA years. Chained CPI (no bill). proposal to replace the current index used to calculate the Social Security COLA with a chained CPI. Social Security Privatization. H.R. 2109, H.R. 2889: provisions converting Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Security Protection. H.R. 1118, H.R. 796, H.R. 1630, S. 582 S.AMDT. 207 to S. 493: provisions removing Social Security Trust Fund receipts and disbursements from the federal budget baseline; limiting Trust Fund proceeds to OASDI purposes; prohibiting increases to the retirement age or the early retirement age, reductions in cost-of-living increases, reductions of benefit payment amounts, or the creation of private retirement accounts carved out of Social Security. Social Security Benefits. S. 1213, S. 804: provisions requiring progressive indexing or modifying cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) to one percent below the general COLA and implementing longevity indexing (i.e., raising the retirement age) of Social Security old-age insurance benefits. Social Security Payroll Tax. H.R. 3630, H.R. 3743, H.R. 3765: proposal to extend the current payroll tax holiday through the end of Calendar Year 2012, increase the percentage reduction from the current 2 percent to 3.1 percent, extend it to employers in certain situations. Social Security Payroll Tax. H.Res. 501: expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that any final measure to extend the payroll tax holiday extend Federally funded unemployment insurance benefits and prevent decreases in reimbursement for physicians who provide care to Medicare beneficiaries. Social Security Government Pension Offset (GPO) and Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP). H.R. 1332, S. 113: provisions repealing the GPO and/or WEP. Annual Social Security Statements (No bill). Options to modify the Social Security Administrations decision suspending the production and mailing of individual Social Security Statements. Public Pension Modifications (no bill). Proposals safeguarding spousal benefits with respect to Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) pensions, the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) and the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). Womens Pension Improvements and Protections (no bill). Proposals to improve working womens pension plan participation and pension account accumulation, and safeguard spousal pension rights at divorce. Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction. H.Con. Res.72: resolution expressing the sense of Congress that any legislative language approved by the Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction should not reduce benefits for Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid recipients. Raising the Payroll Tax Cap. S. 1558, H.R. 797: provisions raising the amount of wages subject to payroll taxes.

Social Security Protection. S.AMDT. 207 (to S. 493): prohibiting reductions to Social Security benefits for deficit reduction purposes. Social Security Protection. H.R. 1118, H.R. 796, S. 582: provisions removing Social Security Trust Fund receipts and disbursements from the federal budget baseline; limiting Trust Fund proceeds to OASDI purposes; prohibiting increases to the retirement age or the early retirement age, reductions in cost-of-living increases, reductions of benefit payment amounts, or creation of private retirement accounts carved out of Social Security; establishing a point of order against legislation that would reduce benefits or privatize Social Security. Social Security Lock Box. S. 123: provisions amending the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 relating to Social Security Trust Fund totals and requiring presidential budget submissions to Congress to include a detailed proposal for Social Security reform legislation. Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 1086, H.R. 776, H.R. 539, H.R. 456: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) for the purpose of computing Social Security and Medicare benefit cost-of-living increases, and authorizing a cost-of living adjustment for Social Security recipients in 2011. Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment. H.R. 776, H.R. 539: providing for a Social Security COLA in non-COLA years. Social Security Privatization. H.R. 107, H.R. 4529: provisions converting Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Security Benefits. S. 426: provision requiring progressive indexing and longevity indexing of Social Security old-age insurance benefits. Social Security Government Pension Offset (GPO) and Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP). H.R. 1332, S. 113: provisions repealing the GPO and/or WEP. Public Pension Modifications (no bill): proposals safeguarding spousal benefits with respect to Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) pensions, the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) and the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). Womens Pension Improvements and Protections (no bill): proposals to improve working womens pension plan participation and pension account accumulation, and safeguard spousal pension rights at divorce.

Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 1086, H.R. 776, H.R. 539, H.R. 456: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) to compute cost-of-living increases for Social Security and Medicare benefits and authorizing a cost-of-living adjustment for Social Security recipients in 2011. Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment. H.R. 776, H.R.539: providing for a Social Security COLA in non-COLA years. Social Security Privatization. H.R. 2109: provisions converting Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Security Protection. H.R. 1118, H.R. 796, H.R. 1630, S. 582 S.AMDT. 207 to S. 493: provisions removing Social Security Trust Fund receipts and disbursements from the federal budget baseline; limiting Trust Fund proceeds to OASDI purposes; prohibiting increases to the retirement age or the early retirement age, reductions in cost-of-living increases, reductions of benefit payment amounts, or the creation of private retirement accounts carved out of Social Security. Social Security Benefits. S. 1213, S. 804: provisions requiring progressive indexing or modifying cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) to one percent below the general COLA and implementing longevity indexing (i.e., raising the retirement age) of Social Security old-age insurance benefits. Social Security Payroll Tax (No bill). Proposal to extend the current two percentage point reduction in an employees Social Security tax rate through the end of Calendar Year 2012. Social Security Government Pension Offset (GPO) and Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP). H.R. 1332, S. 113: provisions repealing the GPO and/or WEP. Older Americans Act (No bill). Recommendations for Fiscal Year 2011 reauthorizations. Public Pension Modifications (no bill). Proposals safeguarding spousal benefits with respect to Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) pensions, the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) and the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). Womens Pension Improvements and Protections (no bill). Proposals to improve working womens pension plan participation and pension account accumulation, and safeguard spousal pension rights at divorce.

Balanced Budget Amendment to the Constitution. H.J.Res. 1, H.J.Res. 2: resolutions proposing a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution of the United States. S. 245: provisions enforcing a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution through budgetary procedures limiting total federal spending and requiring supermajorities to increase the deficit or to raise revenues. Fiscal Year 2012 Budget of the U.S.(Resolution not introduced prior to March 31, 2011): provisions pertaining to Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid nursing home expenditures, Older Americans Act programs, and Geriatric Education Centers and related programs. Fiscal Year 2011 Continuing Appropriations. H.R. 1, H.R. 1363, S. 493, H.J.Res. 44, H.J.Res. 48: provisions pertaining to Social Security Administration FY 2011 appropriations.

Medicare/Home Health Benefits (No bill): pertaining to potential regulation regarding the face-to-face physician encounter requirement to qualify for the Medicare home health benefit. Medicare/Home Health Benefits (No bill): pertaining to potential copayments for beneficiaries receiving the Medicare home health benefit. Medicare/Part A Hospital Inpatient Status. S. 818, H.R. 1543: provisions ensuring beneficiaries receiving hospital services are designated inpatients, thereby assuring coverage of prescription drugs and post-acute care under Part A. Medicare/Physician Fees (P.L. 111-309): provisions maintaining current levels of physician fees under Part B; extending the therapy caps exceptions process; extending the Qualified Individual program. Comprehensive Health Care Reform. P.L. 111-148 (H.R. 3590), P.L. 111-152 (H.R. 4872): implementation of provisions reducing Medicare Advantage plan payments; reducing the Part D coverage gap; requiring higher income Medicare beneficiaries to pay an increased share of Medicare Parts B and D premium costs; expanding benefits for low-income beneficiaries under the Medicare Savings Programs and the Part D Low-Income Subsidy (LIS); improving the process for reassigning LIS beneficiaries to new plans; expanding coverage of prevention services; establishing a Medicare Commission; providing expanded Medicaid coverage for home and community-based services; authorizing the collection of data regarding disparities in the provision of care; providing safeguards and subsidies to assure affordability of health coverage for seniors. Medicare/Commission. P.L. 111-148 (H.R. 3590), P.L. 111-152 (H.R. 452, S. 668): pertaining to the repeal or modification of provisions creating an independent commission authorized to establish Medicare payment and policy designed to reduce Medicare spending growth. Medicare/Parts C and D. P.L. 110-275, P.L. 108-173: implementation of regulations and issuance of guidance relating to beneficiary eligibility, enrollment, and effectiveness of exceptions and the appeals processes under Medicare Parts C and D. Medicare/Medicare-operated Part D Plan, Negotiation of Part D Drug Prices. S. 31, S. 44, S.560, H.R. 999: creating a Medicare-operated prescription drug plan, allowing or requiring the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services to negotiate price concessions from pharmaceutical manufacturers for drugs purchased under the Part D program. Medicare/Mental Health Equity. S. 374: eliminating the 190-day lifetime limit on inpatient psychiatric hospital services. Medicare and Medicaid/Federal Coordinated Health Care Office (Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office) (No bill): proposals for the activities of the Federal Coordinated Health Care Office intended to improve the quality of care for recipients who receive benefits from both Medicare and Medicaid, i.e., dual-eligibles. Medicare and Medicaid/Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations (No bill): relating to planning for the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations, and the approach this office will take to test innovative payment and service delivery models to reduce program expenditures, while preserving or enhancing the quality of care for Medicare, Medicaid and CHIP beneficiaries.

Medicare/Home Health Benefits (No bill). Pertaining to potential regulation regarding the face-to-face physician encounter requirement to qualify for the Medicare home health benefit. Medicare/Home Health Benefits (No bill). Pertaining to potential copayments for beneficiaries receiving the Medicare home health benefit. Medicare/Clinical Laboratory Services (No bill). Pertaining to potential copayments for beneficiaries Medicare clinical laboratory services. Medicare/Part A Hospital Inpatient Status. S. 818, H.R. 1543: provisions ensuring beneficiaries receiving hospital services are designated as inpatients, thereby assuring coverage of prescription drugs and post-acute care under Part A. Medicare/Physician Fees. P.L. 111-309 (H.R. 4994), H.R. 3630, H.R. 3743, H.R. 3765: provisions maintaining current levels of physician fees under Part B; extending the therapy caps exceptions process; extending the Qualified Individual program. Comprehensive Health Care Reform. P.L. 111-148 (H.R. 3590), P.L. 111-152 (H.R. 4872): implementation of provisions reducing Medicare Advantage plan payments; reducing the Part D coverage gap; requiring higher income Medicare beneficiaries to pay an increased share of Medicare Parts B and D premium costs; expanding benefits for low-income beneficiaries under the Medicare Savings Programs and the Part D Low-Income Subsidy (LIS); improving the process for reassigning LIS beneficiaries to new plans; expanding coverage of prevention services; establishing a Medicare Commission; providing expanded Medicaid coverage for home and community-based services; authorizing the collection of data regarding disparities in the provision of care; providing safeguards and subsidies to assure affordability of health coverage for seniors. Medicare/Commission. P.L. 111-148 (H.R. 3590), P.L. 111-152 (H.R. 452, S. 668): pertaining to the repeal or modification of provisions creating an independent commission authorized to establish Medicare payment and policy designed to reduce Medicare spending growth. Medicare/Parts C and D. P.L. 110-275, P.L. 108-173: implementation of regulations and issuance of guidance relating to beneficiary eligibility, enrollment, and effectiveness of exceptions and the appeals processes under Medicare Parts C and D. Medicare/Medicare-operated Part D plan, Negotiation of Part D Drug Prices. S. 31, S. 44, S.560, H.R. 999: creating a Medicare-operated prescription drug plan, allowing or requiring the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services to negotiate price concessions from pharmaceutical manufacturers for drugs purchased under the Part D program. Medicare Drug Savings. S. 1206, H.R. 2190: extending Medicaid drug rebates to prescription drugs paid for by Medicare and used by people eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid (dual-eligibles), and by people receiving the Medicare Part D Low-Income Subsidy. Medicare Part B Drug Savings. S. 1699: provisions reducing the cost of prescription drugs paid for under Medicare Part B. Medicare and Medicaid/Federal Coordinated Health Care Office (Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office) (No bill). Proposals for the activities of the Federal Coordinated Health Care Office intended to improve the quality of care for recipients who receive benefits from both Medicare and Medicaid, i.e., dual-eligibles. Medicare and Medicaid/Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations (No bill). Proposals related to the planning for the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations, and the approach this office will take to test innovative payment and service delivery models to reduce program expenditures, while preserving or enhancing the quality of care for Medicare, Medicaid and CHIP beneficiaries. Medicare/Raising Eligibility Age (No bill). Proposals to raise the Medicare eligibility age from 65 to 67. Medicare/Medicare Supplemental Health Insurance (No bill). Proposals to increase costs for Medicare beneficiaries who purchase Medigap insurance. Medicare/Income-relating (No bill). Proposals to increase costs for higher-income Medicare beneficiaries. Medicare Privatization (No Bill): Provisions to convert Medicare from a defined benefit plan to a premium support/voucher system. Long-term Care Financing. S. 227, H.R. 2267: provisions permitting advance practice registered nurses (APRNs) and physician assistants (PAs) to sign home health plans of care. Long-term Care Financing via Tax Deduction (no bill): Provisions amending the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow individuals a deduction for qualified long-term care insurance premiums, use of such insurance under cafeteria plans and flexible spending arrangements, and a credit for individuals with long -term care needs. Repeal of expanded support for long-term supports and services, S. 720, H.R. 1173: Legislation would repeal the Community Living Assistance Services and Supports (CLASS) Act, a voluntary national insurance program for purchasing community living assistance will help many people remain in the community and avoid institutional care, which will improve their quality of life.

Medicare/Home Health Benefits (No bill). Pertaining to potential regulation regarding the face-to-face physician encounter requirement to qualify for the Medicare home health benefit. Medicare/Home Health Benefits (No bill). Pertaining to potential copayments for beneficiaries receiving the Medicare home health benefit. Medicare/Clinical Laboratory Services (No bill). Pertaining to potential copayments for beneficiaries Medicare clinical laboratory services. Medicare/Part A Hospital Inpatient Status. S. 818, H.R. 1543: provisions ensuring beneficiaries receiving hospital services are designated as inpatients, thereby assuring coverage of prescription drugs and post-acute care under Part A. Medicare/Physician Fees (P.L. 111-309): provisions maintaining current levels of physician fees under Part B; extending the therapy caps exceptions process; extending the Qualified Individual program. Comprehensive Health Care Reform. P.L. 111-148 (H.R. 3590), P.L. 111-152 (H.R. 4872): implementation of provisions reducing Medicare Advantage plan payments; reducing the Part D coverage gap; requiring higher income Medicare beneficiaries to pay an increased share of Medicare Parts B and D premium costs; expanding benefits for low-income beneficiaries under the Medicare Savings Programs and the Part D Low-Income Subsidy (LIS); improving the process for reassigning LIS beneficiaries to new plans; expanding coverage of prevention services; establishing a Medicare Commission; providing expanded Medicaid coverage for home and community-based services; authorizing the collection of data regarding disparities in the provision of care; providing safeguards and subsidies to assure affordability of health coverage for seniors. Medicare/Commission. P.L. 111-148 (H.R. 3590), P.L. 111-152 (H.R. 452, S. 668): pertaining to the repeal or modification of provisions creating an independent commission authorized to establish Medicare payment and policy designed to reduce Medicare spending growth. Medicare/Parts C and D. P.L. 110-275, P.L. 108-173: implementation of regulations and issuance of guidance relating to beneficiary eligibility, enrollment, and effectiveness of exceptions and the appeals processes under Medicare Parts C and D. Medicare/Medicare-operated Part D plan, Negotiation of Part D Drug Prices. S. 31, S. 44, S.560, H.R. 999: creating a Medicare-operated prescription drug plan, allowing or requiring the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services to negotiate price concessions from pharmaceutical manufacturers for drugs purchased under the Part D program. Medicare Drug Savings. S. 1206, H.R. 2190: extending Medicaid drug rebates to prescription drugs paid for by Medicare and used by people eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid (dual-eligibles), and by people receiving the Medicare Part D Low-Income Subsidy. Medicare and Medicaid/Federal Coordinated Health Care Office (Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office) (No bill). Proposals for the activities of the Federal Coordinated Health Care Office intended to improve the quality of care for recipients who receive benefits from both Medicare and Medicaid, i.e., dual-eligibles. Medicare and Medicaid/Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations (No bill). Proposals related to the planning for the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations, and the approach this office will take to test innovative payment and service delivery models to reduce program expenditures, while preserving or enhancing the quality of care for Medicare, Medicaid and CHIP beneficiaries. Medicare/Raising Eligibility Age (No bill). Proposals to raise the Medicare eligibility age from 65 to 67. Medicare/Medicare Supplemental Health Insurance (No bill). Proposals to increase costs for Medicare beneficiaries who purchase Medigap insurance. Medicare/Income-relating (No bill). Proposals to increase costs for higher-income Medicare beneficiaries.

Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 1086, H.R. 776, H.R. 539, H.R. 456, S. 1876: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) to compute cost-of-living increases for Social Security and Medicare benefits and authorizing a cost-of-living adjustment for Social Security recipients in 2011. Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment. H.R. 776, H.R.539: providing for a Social Security COLA in non-COLA years. Chained CPI (no bill). proposal to replace the current index used to calculate the Social Security COLA with a chained CPI. Social Security Privatization. H.R. 2109, H.R. 2889: provisions converting Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Security Protection. H.R. 1118, H.R. 796, H.R. 1630, S. 582 S.AMDT. 207 to S. 493: provisions removing Social Security Trust Fund receipts and disbursements from the federal budget baseline; limiting Trust Fund proceeds to OASDI purposes; prohibiting increases to the retirement age or the early retirement age, reductions in cost-of-living increases, reductions of benefit payment amounts, or the creation of private retirement accounts carved out of Social Security. Social Security Benefits. S. 1213, S. 804: provisions requiring progressive indexing or modifying cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) to one percent below the general COLA and implementing longevity indexing (i.e., raising the retirement age) of Social Security old-age insurance benefits. Social Security Payroll Tax. H.R. 3630, H.R. 3743, H.R. 3765: proposal to extend the current payroll tax holiday through the end of Calendar Year 2012, increase the percentage reduction from the current 2 percent to 3.1 percent, extend it to employers in certain situations. Social Security Payroll Tax. H.Res. 501: expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that any final measure to extend the payroll tax holiday extend Federally funded unemployment insurance benefits and prevent decreases in reimbursement for physicians who provide care to Medicare beneficiaries. Social Security Government Pension Offset (GPO) and Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP). H.R. 1332, S. 113: provisions repealing the GPO and/or WEP. Annual Social Security Statements (No bill). Options to modify the Social Security Administrations decision suspending the production and mailing of individual Social Security Statements. Public Pension Modifications (no bill). Proposals safeguarding spousal benefits with respect to Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) pensions, the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) and the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). Womens Pension Improvements and Protections (no bill). Proposals to improve working womens pension plan participation and pension account accumulation, and safeguard spousal pension rights at divorce. Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction. H.Con. Res.72: resolution expressing the sense of Congress that any legislative language approved by the Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction should not reduce benefits for Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid recipients. Raising the Payroll Tax Cap. S. 1558, H.R. 797: provisions raising the amount of wages subject to payroll taxes.

Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 1086, H.R. 776, H.R. 539, H.R. 456: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) to compute cost-of-living increases for Social Security and Medicare benefits and authorizing a cost-of-living adjustment for Social Security recipients in 2011. Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment. H.R. 776, H.R.539: providing for a Social Security COLA in non-COLA years. Social Security Privatization. H.R. 2109: provisions converting Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Security Protection. H.R. 1118, H.R. 796, H.R. 1630, S. 582 S.AMDT. 207 to S. 493: provisions removing Social Security Trust Fund receipts and disbursements from the federal budget baseline; limiting Trust Fund proceeds to OASDI purposes; prohibiting increases to the retirement age or the early retirement age, reductions in cost-of-living increases, reductions of benefit payment amounts, or the creation of private retirement accounts carved out of Social Security. Social Security Benefits. S. 1213, S. 804: provisions requiring progressive indexing or modifying cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) to one percent below the general COLA and implementing longevity indexing (i.e., raising the retirement age) of Social Security old-age insurance benefits. Social Security Payroll Tax (No bill). Proposal to extend the current two percentage point reduction in an employees Social Security tax rate through the end of Calendar Year 2012. Social Security Government Pension Offset (GPO) and Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP). H.R. 1332, S. 113: provisions repealing the GPO and/or WEP. Older Americans Act (No bill). Recommendations for Fiscal Year 2011 reauthorizations. Public Pension Modifications (no bill). Proposals safeguarding spousal benefits with respect to Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) pensions, the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) and the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). Womens Pension Improvements and Protections (no bill). Proposals to improve working womens pension plan participation and pension account accumulation, and safeguard spousal pension rights at divorce.

Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 1086, H.R. 776, H.R. 539, H.R. 456: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) to compute cost-of-living increases for Social Security and Medicare benefits and authorizing a cost-of-living adjustment for Social Security recipients in 2011. Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment. H.R. 776, H.R.539: providing for a Social Security COLA in non-COLA years. Chained CPI (No bill). proposal to replace the current index used to calculate the Social Security COLA with a chained CPI. Social Security Privatization. H.R. 2109, H.R. 2889: provisions converting Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Security Protection. H.R. 1118, H.R. 796, H.R. 1630, S. 582 S.AMDT. 207 to S. 493: provisions removing Social Security Trust Fund receipts and disbursements from the federal budget baseline; limiting Trust Fund proceeds to OASDI purposes; prohibiting increases to the retirement age or the early retirement age, reductions in cost-of-living increases, reductions of benefit payment amounts, or the creation of private retirement accounts carved out of Social Security. Social Security Benefits. S. 1213, S. 804: provisions requiring progressive indexing or modifying cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) to one percent below the general COLA and implementing longevity indexing (i.e., raising the retirement age) of Social Security old-age insurance benefits. Social Security Payroll Tax (No bill). Proposal to extend the current payroll tax holiday through the end of Calendar Year 2012, increase the percentage reduction from the current 2 percent to 3.1 percent, and extend it to employers in certain situations. Social Security Government Pension Offset (GPO) and Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP). H.R. 1332, S. 113: provisions repealing the GPO and/or WEP. Annual Social Security Statements (No bill). Options to modify the Social Security Administrations decision suspending the production and mailing of individual Social Security Statements. Public Pension Modifications (No bill). Proposals safeguarding spousal benefits with respect to Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) pensions, the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) and the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). Womens Pension Improvements and Protections (No bill). Proposals to improve working womens pension plan participation and pension account accumulation, and safeguard spousal pension rights at divorce. Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction. H.Con. Res.72: Resolution expressing the sense of Congress that any legislative language approved by the Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction should not reduce benefits for Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid recipients. Raising the Payroll Tax Cap. S. 1558, H.R. 797: provisions raising the amount of wages subject to payroll taxes.

Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 1086, H.R. 776, H.R. 539, H.R. 456, S. 1876: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) to compute cost-of-living increases for Social Security and Medicare benefits and authorizing a cost-of-living adjustment for Social Security recipients in 2011. Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment. H.R. 776, H.R.539: providing for a Social Security COLA in non-COLA years. Chained CPI (no bill). proposal to replace the current index used to calculate the Social Security COLA with a chained CPI. Social Security Privatization. H.R. 2109, H.R. 2889: provisions converting Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Security Protection. H.R. 1118, H.R. 796, H.R. 1630, S. 582 S.AMDT. 207 to S. 493: provisions removing Social Security Trust Fund receipts and disbursements from the federal budget baseline; limiting Trust Fund proceeds to OASDI purposes; prohibiting increases to the retirement age or the early retirement age, reductions in cost-of-living increases, reductions of benefit payment amounts, or the creation of private retirement accounts carved out of Social Security. Social Security Benefits. S. 1213, S. 804: provisions requiring progressive indexing or modifying cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) to one percent below the general COLA and implementing longevity indexing (i.e., raising the retirement age) of Social Security old-age insurance benefits. Social Security Payroll Tax. H.R. 3630, H.R. 3743, H.R. 3765: proposal to extend the current payroll tax holiday through the end of Calendar Year 2012, increase the percentage reduction from the current 2 percent to 3.1 percent, extend it to employers in certain situations. Social Security Payroll Tax. H.Res. 501: expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that any final measure to extend the payroll tax holiday extend Federally funded unemployment insurance benefits and prevent decreases in reimbursement for physicians who provide care to Medicare beneficiaries. Social Security Government Pension Offset (GPO) and Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP). H.R. 1332, S. 113: provisions repealing the GPO and/or WEP. Annual Social Security Statements (No bill). Options to modify the Social Security Administrations decision suspending the production and mailing of individual Social Security Statements. Public Pension Modifications (no bill). Proposals safeguarding spousal benefits with respect to Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) pensions, the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) and the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). Womens Pension Improvements and Protections (no bill). Proposals to improve working womens pension plan participation and pension account accumulation, and safeguard spousal pension rights at divorce. Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction. H.Con. Res.72: resolution expressing the sense of Congress that any legislative language approved by the Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction should not reduce benefits for Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid recipients. Raising the Payroll Tax Cap. S. 1558, H.R. 797: provisions raising the amount of wages subject to payroll taxes.

Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 1086, H.R. 776, H.R. 539, H.R. 456: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) to compute cost-of-living increases for Social Security and Medicare benefits and authorizing a cost-of-living adjustment for Social Security recipients in 2011. Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment. H.R. 776, H.R.539: providing for a Social Security COLA in non-COLA years. Social Security Privatization. H.R. 2109: provisions converting Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Security Protection. H.R. 1118, H.R. 796, H.R. 1630, S. 582 S.AMDT. 207 to S. 493: provisions removing Social Security Trust Fund receipts and disbursements from the federal budget baseline; limiting Trust Fund proceeds to OASDI purposes; prohibiting increases to the retirement age or the early retirement age, reductions in cost-of-living increases, reductions of benefit payment amounts, or the creation of private retirement accounts carved out of Social Security. Social Security Benefits. S. 1213, S. 804: provisions requiring progressive indexing or modifying cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) to one percent below the general COLA and implementing longevity indexing (i.e., raising the retirement age) of Social Security old-age insurance benefits. Social Security Payroll Tax (No bill). Proposal to extend the current two percentage point reduction in an employees Social Security tax rate through the end of Calendar Year 2012. Social Security Government Pension Offset (GPO) and Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP). H.R. 1332, S. 113: provisions repealing the GPO and/or WEP. Older Americans Act (No bill). Recommendations for Fiscal Year 2011 reauthorizations. Public Pension Modifications (no bill). Proposals safeguarding spousal benefits with respect to Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) pensions, the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) and the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). Womens Pension Improvements and Protections (no bill). Proposals to improve working womens pension plan participation and pension account accumulation, and safeguard spousal pension rights at divorce.

Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 1086, H.R. 776, H.R. 539, H.R. 456: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) to compute cost-of-living increases for Social Security and Medicare benefits and authorizing a cost-of-living adjustment for Social Security recipients in 2011. Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment. H.R. 776, H.R.539: providing for a Social Security COLA in non-COLA years. Chained CPI (No bill). proposal to replace the current index used to calculate the Social Security COLA with a chained CPI. Social Security Privatization. H.R. 2109, H.R. 2889: provisions converting Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Security Protection. H.R. 1118, H.R. 796, H.R. 1630, S. 582 S.AMDT. 207 to S. 493: provisions removing Social Security Trust Fund receipts and disbursements from the federal budget baseline; limiting Trust Fund proceeds to OASDI purposes; prohibiting increases to the retirement age or the early retirement age, reductions in cost-of-living increases, reductions of benefit payment amounts, or the creation of private retirement accounts carved out of Social Security. Social Security Benefits. S. 1213, S. 804: provisions requiring progressive indexing or modifying cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) to one percent below the general COLA and implementing longevity indexing (i.e., raising the retirement age) of Social Security old-age insurance benefits. Social Security Payroll Tax (No bill). Proposal to extend the current payroll tax holiday through the end of Calendar Year 2012, increase the percentage reduction from the current 2 percent to 3.1 percent, and extend it to employers in certain situations. Social Security Government Pension Offset (GPO) and Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP). H.R. 1332, S. 113: provisions repealing the GPO and/or WEP. Annual Social Security Statements (No bill). Options to modify the Social Security Administrations decision suspending the production and mailing of individual Social Security Statements. Public Pension Modifications (No bill). Proposals safeguarding spousal benefits with respect to Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) pensions, the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) and the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). Womens Pension Improvements and Protections (No bill). Proposals to improve working womens pension plan participation and pension account accumulation, and safeguard spousal pension rights at divorce. Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction. H.Con. Res.72: Resolution expressing the sense of Congress that any legislative language approved by the Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction should not reduce benefits for Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid recipients. Raising the Payroll Tax Cap. S. 1558, H.R. 797: provisions raising the amount of wages subject to payroll taxes.

Medicare/Home Health Benefits (No bill). Pertaining to potential regulation regarding the face-to-face physician encounter requirement to qualify for the Medicare home health benefit. Medicare/Home Health Benefits (No bill). Pertaining to potential copayments for beneficiaries receiving the Medicare home health benefit. Medicare/Clinical Laboratory Services (No bill). Pertaining to potential copayments for beneficiaries Medicare clinical laboratory services. Medicare/Part A Hospital Inpatient Status. S. 818, H.R. 1543: provisions ensuring beneficiaries receiving hospital services are designated as inpatients, thereby assuring coverage of prescription drugs and post-acute care under Part A. Medicare/Physician Fees (P.L. 111-309): provisions maintaining current levels of physician fees under Part B; extending the therapy caps exceptions process; extending the Qualified Individual program. Comprehensive Health Care Reform. P.L. 111-148 (H.R. 3590), P.L. 111-152 (H.R. 4872): implementation of provisions reducing Medicare Advantage plan payments; reducing the Part D coverage gap; requiring higher income Medicare beneficiaries to pay an increased share of Medicare Parts B and D premium costs; expanding benefits for low-income beneficiaries under the Medicare Savings Programs and the Part D Low-Income Subsidy (LIS); improving the process for reassigning LIS beneficiaries to new plans; expanding coverage of prevention services; establishing a Medicare Commission; providing expanded Medicaid coverage for home and community-based services; authorizing the collection of data regarding disparities in the provision of care; providing safeguards and subsidies to assure affordability of health coverage for seniors. Medicare/Commission. P.L. 111-148 (H.R. 3590), P.L. 111-152 (H.R. 452, S. 668): pertaining to the repeal or modification of provisions creating an independent commission authorized to establish Medicare payment and policy designed to reduce Medicare spending growth. Medicare/Parts C and D. P.L. 110-275, P.L. 108-173: implementation of regulations and issuance of guidance relating to beneficiary eligibility, enrollment, and effectiveness of exceptions and the appeals processes under Medicare Parts C and D. Medicare/Medicare-operated Part D plan, Negotiation of Part D Drug Prices. S. 31, S. 44, S.560, H.R. 999: creating a Medicare-operated prescription drug plan, allowing or requiring the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services to negotiate price concessions from pharmaceutical manufacturers for drugs purchased under the Part D program. Medicare Drug Savings. S. 1206, H.R. 2190: extending Medicaid drug rebates to prescription drugs paid for by Medicare and used by people eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid (dual-eligibles), and by people receiving the Medicare Part D Low-Income Subsidy. Medicare and Medicaid/Federal Coordinated Health Care Office (Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office) (No bill). Proposals for the activities of the Federal Coordinated Health Care Office intended to improve the quality of care for recipients who receive benefits from both Medicare and Medicaid, i.e., dual-eligibles. Medicare and Medicaid/Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations (No bill). Proposals related to the planning for the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations, and the approach this office will take to test innovative payment and service delivery models to reduce program expenditures, while preserving or enhancing the quality of care for Medicare, Medicaid and CHIP beneficiaries. Medicare/Raising Eligibility Age (No bill). Proposals to raise the Medicare eligibility age from 65 to 67. Medicare/Medicare Supplemental Health Insurance (No bill). Proposals to increase costs for Medicare beneficiaries who purchase Medigap insurance. Medicare/Income-relating (No bill). Proposals to increase costs for higher-income Medicare beneficiaries.

Medicare/Home Health Benefits (No bill). Pertaining to potential regulation regarding the face-to-face physician encounter requirement to qualify for the Medicare home health benefit. Medicare/Home Health Benefits (No bill). Pertaining to potential copayments for beneficiaries receiving the Medicare home health benefit. Medicare/Clinical Laboratory Services (No bill). Pertaining to potential copayments for beneficiaries Medicare clinical laboratory services. Medicare/Part A Hospital Inpatient Status. S. 818, H.R. 1543: provisions ensuring beneficiaries receiving hospital services are designated as inpatients, thereby assuring coverage of prescription drugs and post-acute care under Part A. Medicare/Physician Fees. P.L. 111-309 (H.R. 4994), H.R. 3630, H.R. 3743, H.R. 3765: provisions maintaining current levels of physician fees under Part B; extending the therapy caps exceptions process; extending the Qualified Individual program. Comprehensive Health Care Reform. P.L. 111-148 (H.R. 3590), P.L. 111-152 (H.R. 4872): implementation of provisions reducing Medicare Advantage plan payments; reducing the Part D coverage gap; requiring higher income Medicare beneficiaries to pay an increased share of Medicare Parts B and D premium costs; expanding benefits for low-income beneficiaries under the Medicare Savings Programs and the Part D Low-Income Subsidy (LIS); improving the process for reassigning LIS beneficiaries to new plans; expanding coverage of prevention services; establishing a Medicare Commission; providing expanded Medicaid coverage for home and community-based services; authorizing the collection of data regarding disparities in the provision of care; providing safeguards and subsidies to assure affordability of health coverage for seniors. Medicare/Commission. P.L. 111-148 (H.R. 3590), P.L. 111-152 (H.R. 452, S. 668): pertaining to the repeal or modification of provisions creating an independent commission authorized to establish Medicare payment and policy designed to reduce Medicare spending growth. Medicare/Parts C and D. P.L. 110-275, P.L. 108-173: implementation of regulations and issuance of guidance relating to beneficiary eligibility, enrollment, and effectiveness of exceptions and the appeals processes under Medicare Parts C and D. Medicare/Medicare-operated Part D plan, Negotiation of Part D Drug Prices. S. 31, S. 44, S.560, H.R. 999: creating a Medicare-operated prescription drug plan, allowing or requiring the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services to negotiate price concessions from pharmaceutical manufacturers for drugs purchased under the Part D program. Medicare Drug Savings. S. 1206, H.R. 2190: extending Medicaid drug rebates to prescription drugs paid for by Medicare and used by people eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid (dual-eligibles), and by people receiving the Medicare Part D Low-Income Subsidy. Medicare Part B Drug Savings. S. 1699: provisions reducing the cost of prescription drugs paid for under Medicare Part B. Medicare and Medicaid/Federal Coordinated Health Care Office (Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office) (No bill). Proposals for the activities of the Federal Coordinated Health Care Office intended to improve the quality of care for recipients who receive benefits from both Medicare and Medicaid, i.e., dual-eligibles. Medicare and Medicaid/Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations (No bill). Proposals related to the planning for the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations, and the approach this office will take to test innovative payment and service delivery models to reduce program expenditures, while preserving or enhancing the quality of care for Medicare, Medicaid and CHIP beneficiaries. Medicare/Raising Eligibility Age (No bill). Proposals to raise the Medicare eligibility age from 65 to 67. Medicare/Medicare Supplemental Health Insurance (No bill). Proposals to increase costs for Medicare beneficiaries who purchase Medigap insurance. Medicare/Income-relating (No bill). Proposals to increase costs for higher-income Medicare beneficiaries. Medicare Privatization (No Bill): Provisions to convert Medicare from a defined benefit plan to a premium support/voucher system. Long-term Care Financing. S. 227, H.R. 2267: provisions permitting advance practice registered nurses (APRNs) and physician assistants (PAs) to sign home health plans of care. Long-term Care Financing via Tax Deduction (no bill): Provisions amending the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow individuals a deduction for qualified long-term care insurance premiums, use of such insurance under cafeteria plans and flexible spending arrangements, and a credit for individuals with long -term care needs. Repeal of expanded support for long-term supports and services, S. 720, H.R. 1173: Legislation would repeal the Community Living Assistance Services and Supports (CLASS) Act, a voluntary national insurance program for purchasing community living assistance will help many people remain in the community and avoid institutional care, which will improve their quality of life.

Medicare/Home Health Benefits (No bill). Pertaining to potential regulation regarding the face-to-face physician encounter requirement to qualify for the Medicare home health benefit. Medicare/Home Health Benefits (No bill). Pertaining to potential copayments for beneficiaries receiving the Medicare home health benefit. Medicare/Clinical Laboratory Services (No bill). Pertaining to potential copayments for beneficiaries Medicare clinical laboratory services. Medicare/Part A Hospital Inpatient Status. S. 818, H.R. 1543: provisions ensuring beneficiaries receiving hospital services are designated as inpatients, thereby assuring coverage of prescription drugs and post-acute care under Part A. Medicare/Physician Fees. P.L. 111-309 (H.R. 4994), H.R. 3630, H.R. 3743, H.R. 3765: provisions maintaining current levels of physician fees under Part B; extending the therapy caps exceptions process; extending the Qualified Individual program. Comprehensive Health Care Reform. P.L. 111-148 (H.R. 3590), P.L. 111-152 (H.R. 4872): implementation of provisions reducing Medicare Advantage plan payments; reducing the Part D coverage gap; requiring higher income Medicare beneficiaries to pay an increased share of Medicare Parts B and D premium costs; expanding benefits for low-income beneficiaries under the Medicare Savings Programs and the Part D Low-Income Subsidy (LIS); improving the process for reassigning LIS beneficiaries to new plans; expanding coverage of prevention services; establishing a Medicare Commission; providing expanded Medicaid coverage for home and community-based services; authorizing the collection of data regarding disparities in the provision of care; providing safeguards and subsidies to assure affordability of health coverage for seniors. Medicare/Commission. P.L. 111-148 (H.R. 3590), P.L. 111-152 (H.R. 452, S. 668): pertaining to the repeal or modification of provisions creating an independent commission authorized to establish Medicare payment and policy designed to reduce Medicare spending growth. Medicare/Parts C and D. P.L. 110-275, P.L. 108-173: implementation of regulations and issuance of guidance relating to beneficiary eligibility, enrollment, and effectiveness of exceptions and the appeals processes under Medicare Parts C and D. Medicare/Medicare-operated Part D plan, Negotiation of Part D Drug Prices. S. 31, S. 44, S.560, H.R. 999: creating a Medicare-operated prescription drug plan, allowing or requiring the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services to negotiate price concessions from pharmaceutical manufacturers for drugs purchased under the Part D program. Medicare Drug Savings. S. 1206, H.R. 2190: extending Medicaid drug rebates to prescription drugs paid for by Medicare and used by people eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid (dual-eligibles), and by people receiving the Medicare Part D Low-Income Subsidy. Medicare Part B Drug Savings. S. 1699: provisions reducing the cost of prescription drugs paid for under Medicare Part B. Medicare and Medicaid/Federal Coordinated Health Care Office (Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office) (No bill). Proposals for the activities of the Federal Coordinated Health Care Office intended to improve the quality of care for recipients who receive benefits from both Medicare and Medicaid, i.e., dual-eligibles. Medicare and Medicaid/Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations (No bill). Proposals related to the planning for the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovations, and the approach this office will take to test innovative payment and service delivery models to reduce program expenditures, while preserving or enhancing the quality of care for Medicare, Medicaid and CHIP beneficiaries. Medicare/Raising Eligibility Age (No bill). Proposals to raise the Medicare eligibility age from 65 to 67. Medicare/Medicare Supplemental Health Insurance (No bill). Proposals to increase costs for Medicare beneficiaries who purchase Medigap insurance. Medicare/Income-relating (No bill). Proposals to increase costs for higher-income Medicare beneficiaries. Medicare Privatization (No Bill): Provisions to convert Medicare from a defined benefit plan to a premium support/voucher system. Long-term Care Financing. S. 227, H.R. 2267: provisions permitting advance practice registered nurses (APRNs) and physician assistants (PAs) to sign home health plans of care. Long-term Care Financing via Tax Deduction (no bill): Provisions amending the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow individuals a deduction for qualified long-term care insurance premiums, use of such insurance under cafeteria plans and flexible spending arrangements, and a credit for individuals with long -term care needs. Repeal of expanded support for long-term supports and services, S. 720, H.R. 1173: Legislation would repeal the Community Living Assistance Services and Supports (CLASS) Act, a voluntary national insurance program for purchasing community living assistance will help many people remain in the community and avoid institutional care, which will improve their quality of life.

Balanced Budget Amendment to the Constitution. H.J.Res. 1, H.J.Res. 2: resolutions proposing a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution of the United States and requiring supermajorities to increase the deficit or to raise revenues. Congressional Budget Process. S. 245, H.R. 2560: provisions limiting total federal outlays and prescribing requirements for implementing sequestration orders. Fiscal Year 2012 Budget of the U.S. H. Con. Res. 34: provisions pertaining to funding the Social Security Administration, Medicare, Medicaid nursing home expenditures, Older Americans Act programs, and Geriatric Education Centers and related programs. Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Fiscal Year 2012 Appropriations. H. Res. 300, H.R. 2112: provisions pertaining to funding nutrition programs. Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies Fiscal Year 2012 Appropriations. S.1599: provisions appropriating funds for Older Americans Act programs.

Balanced Budget Amendment to the Constitution. H.J.Res. 1, H.J.Res. 2, S.J.Res. 23, S.J.Res. 24, S.J.Res. 10: resolutions proposing a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution of the United States and requiring supermajorities to increase the deficit or to raise revenues. Congressional Budget Process. S. 245, H.R. 2560: provisions limiting total federal outlays, prescribing requirements for implementing sequestration orders, and prohibiting the Secretary of the Treasury from exercising additional borrowing authority until the date that the Archivist of the United States transmits to the states a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution Fiscal Year 2012 Final Consolidated Appropriations. H.R. 3672: provisions pertaining to funding the Social Security Administration, Medicare, Medicaid nursing home expenditures, Older Americans Act programs, and Geriatric Education Centers and related programs. Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Fiscal Year 2012 Appropriations. H.R. 2112: provisions pertaining to funding nutrition programs. Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies Fiscal Year 2012 Appropriations. S.1599: provisions appropriating funds for Older Americans Act programs.

Period of Eligibility to Supplemental Security Income (SSI) for Humanitarian Immigrants. H.R. 2763: proposal to extend for two additional years the time a humanitarian refugee (e.g., refugee, asylee) can qualify for SSI.

Period of Eligibility to Supplemental Security Income (SSI) for Humanitarian Immigrants. H.R. 2763: proposal to extend for two additional years the time a humanitarian refugee (e.g., refugee, asylee) can qualify for SSI.

Consumer Price Index for Elderly Consumers. H.R. 798, H.R. 1086, H.R. 776, H.R. 539, H.R. 456: provisions establishing a consumer price index for elderly consumers (CPI-E) to compute cost-of-living increases for Social Security and Medicare benefits and authorizing a cost-of-living adjustment for Social Security recipients in 2011. Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment. H.R. 776, H.R.539: providing for a Social Security COLA in non-COLA years. Chained CPI (No bill). proposal to replace the current index used to calculate the Social Security COLA with a chained CPI. Social Security Privatization. H.R. 2109, H.R. 2889: provisions converting Social Security to a system of private investment accounts. Social Security Protection. H.R. 1118, H.R. 796, H.R. 1630, S. 582 S.AMDT. 207 to S. 493: provisions removing Social Security Trust Fund receipts and disbursements from the federal budget baseline; limiting Trust Fund proceeds to OASDI purposes; prohibiting increases to the retirement age or the early retirement age, reductions in cost-of-living increases, reductions of benefit payment amounts, or the creation of private retirement accounts carved out of Social Security. Social Security Benefits. S. 1213, S. 804: provisions requiring progressive indexing or modifying cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) to one percent below the general COLA and implementing longevity indexing (i.e., raising the retirement age) of Social Security old-age insurance benefits. Social Security Payroll Tax (No bill). Proposal to extend the current payroll tax holiday through the end of Calendar Year 2012, increase the percentage reduction from the current 2 percent to 3.1 percent, and extend it to employers in certain situations. Social Security Government Pension Offset (GPO) and Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP). H.R. 1332, S. 113: provisions repealing the GPO and/or WEP. Annual Social Security Statements (No bill). Options to modify the Social Security Administrations decision suspending the production and mailing of individual Social Security Statements. Public Pension Modifications (No bill). Proposals safeguarding spousal benefits with respect to Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) pensions, the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) and the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). Womens Pension Improvements and Protections (No bill). Proposals to improve working womens pension plan participation and pension account accumulation, and safeguard spousal pension rights at divorce. Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction. H.Con. Res.72: Resolution expressing the sense of Congress that any legislative language approved by the Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction should not reduce benefits for Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid recipients. Raising the Payroll Tax Cap. S. 1558, H.R. 797: provisions raising the amount of wages subject to payroll taxes.