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 (SCHIP).

H.R. 531 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) has passed the house — introduced on Feb 5, 2003, sponsored by Billy Tauzin with 71 co-sponsors.

During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status: Passed the House
Introduced: Feb 5, 2003
Co-sponsors: 71
Policy area: Health

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 FY 1998 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: 49 Democrats, 21 Republicans, 1 Independent.

Where it stands

IntroducedFeb 5, 2003
Passed the HouseJun 26, 2003
Passed the Senate—
Sent to the President—
Became law—

Latest action: Received in the Senate. Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 182. (Jun 26, 2003)

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Committees

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