Newsweek: Medicare Update: Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Expand Health Care Program
Washington,
June 18, 2025
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill have reintroduced the Choose Medicare Act, a proposal that would allow individuals and employers to voluntarily enroll in a new, expanded version of Medicare. Democratic Representatives Jimmy Gomez of California and Don Beyer of Virginia led the unveiling of the new version of the bill in the House on Tuesday, while Democratic Senators Jeff Merkley of Oregon and Chris Murphy of Connecticut introduced companion legislation in the Senate last week. The proposed legislation would establish "Part E," a self-funded Medicare plan to be offered alongside private insurance in all state and federal marketplaces, giving Americans and businesses a public option for comprehensive health coverage. Full Article |
