Recognizing the historic significance of Medicare on the 61st anniversary of its enactment.
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Latest Action · July 27, 2026
Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
This resolution commemorates the 61st anniversary of Medicare's enactment on July 30, 1965, and recognizes the program's historic importance. Medicare currently serves approximately 70 million Americans, including 61 million seniors aged 65 and older and 7 million younger individuals with disabilities, covering roughly one in five Americans. The program has grown significantly since its inception, expanding from 19 million beneficiaries in 1966 to over 70 million today, and is projected to cover 89 million Americans within 30 years as the population ages. The resolution acknowledges Medicare's role in making healthcare more affordable by reducing out-of-pocket costs, improving health outcomes, and strengthening financial security for millions of families. The measure also honors the healthcare providers, caregivers, and government personnel who administer the program and care for beneficiaries nationwide, while emphasizing the importance of ensuring Medicare's long-term sustainability for current and future generations.
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