H.R. 2854 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
To amend title XXI of the Social Security Act to extend the availability of allotments for fiscal years 1998 through 2001 under the State Children's Health Insurance Program, and for other purposes.
H.R. 2854 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) became law — introduced on Jul 24, 2003, sponsored by Billy Tauzin with 3 co-sponsors.
During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jul 24, 2003
- Co-sponsors
- 3
- Policy area
- Health
- Public law
- Public Law 108-74
What it does
Amends title XXI (State Children's Health Insurance Program) (SCHIP) of the Social Security Act (SSA) to revise the special rule for the redistribution and availability of unexpended FY1998 and 1999 SCHIP allotments, including to: (1) extend the availability of FY 1998 and 1999 reallocated funds through FY 2004; and (2) permit 50 percent of the total amount of unexpended FY 2000 and 2001 SCHIP allotments that remain available…
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Billy Tauzin (R-LA). Co-sponsors: 2 Democrats, 1 Republican.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJul 24, 2003
- Passed the HouseJul 25, 2003
- Passed the SenateJul 31, 2003
- Sent to the PresidentAug 7, 2003
- Became lawAug 15, 2003
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 108-74. (Aug 15, 2003)
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