A bill to provide for the extension of transitional medical assistance (TMA) and the abstinence education program through the end of fiscal year 2007, and for other purposes.
Latest Action
Became Public Law No: 110-48.
Official Summary
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Amends the Tax Relief and Health Care Act of 2006 to extend transitional medical assistance (TMA) and the abstinence education program through FY2007. Amends title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act with respect to limited continuous open enrollment of original fee-for-service enrollees in Medicare Advantage non-prescription drug plans. Accelerates from the end of 2008 to July 31, 2007, the sunset of the period during which a Medicare Advantage-eligible but unenrolled fee-for-service individual may elect to enroll in a Medicare Advantage plan that is not an MA-Prescription Drug plan. Revises the initial funding available to the Medicare Advantage Regional Plan Stabilization for expenditures during 2012 and 2013. Reduces the total for both years currently set at $3.5 billion to: (1) $1.6 billion during 2012; and (2) $1.79 billion during 2013.
GovScope Watchdog™
AI Government Intelligence™This bill extends transitional medical assistance (TMA) and the abstinence education program through the end of fiscal year 2007. It also amends the Social Security Act to modify Medicare Advantage enrollment rules by accelerating the end date for continuous open enrollment in certain Medicare Advantage plans from December 31, 2008, to July 31, 2007. Additionally, it revises funding allocations for the Medicare Advantage Regional Plan Stabilization program, reducing the total funding from $3.5 billion over 2012 and 2013 to $1.6 billion in 2012 and $1.79 billion in 2013.
The bill primarily extends existing health programs and adjusts Medicare Advantage enrollment and funding timelines, with the goal of managing program duration and financial resources through 2013.
- Extends transitional medical assistance (TMA) and abstinence education program through fiscal year 2007.
- Accelerates the sunset date for continuous open enrollment in certain Medicare Advantage plans from end of 2008 to July 31, 2007.
- Reduces Medicare Advantage Regional Plan Stabilization funding from $3.5 billion over 2012-2013 to $3.39 billion, split as $1.6 billion in 2012 and $1.79 billion in 2013.
['Individuals eligible for transitional medical assistance (TMA)', 'Participants and providers involved in the abstinence education program', 'Medicare beneficiaries eligible for Medicare Advantage plans', 'Medicare Advantage Regional Plan Stabilization program administrators']
['Shortened enrollment period for Medicare Advantage plans may affect beneficiary choice and plan enrollment timing.', 'Reduced funding for Medicare Advantage Regional Plan Stabilization could impact program stability or service availability.', 'Extension of programs without detailed funding or oversight provisions may raise implementation or budgetary challenges.']
The bill amends provisions of the Tax Relief and Health Care Act of 2006 and the Social Security Act, reflecting ongoing legislative adjustments to health care programs during the 110th Congress. It was enacted as Public Law No: 110-48 on July 18, 2007, indicating successful passage through both chambers and presidential approval.
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['Potential changes in Medicare Advantage plan enrollment patterns due to shortened enrollment period.', 'Possible adjustments in service availability or plan offerings resulting from altered funding levels.', 'Continued support for abstinence education and transitional medical assistance may influence public health program continuity.']
The bill was enacted without amendments after introduction, limiting transparency on any changes during legislative process. The summary does not include the full bill text, which restricts detailed analysis of specific provisions or oversight mechanisms. Monitoring the impact of accelerated enrollment deadlines and funding adjustments will be important for assessing program effectiveness and beneficiary access.
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