Texas 2011 - 82nd Regular

Texas House Bill HR1892

Introduced
5/11/11  
Refer
5/12/11  
Enrolled
5/21/11  

Caption

Congratulating Richland College on its receipt of the 2010 WasteWise College/University Partner of the Year Award from the EPA and on its first-place statewide finish in the RecycleMania competition.

Impact

The implementation of HR1892 would lead to substantial modifications in state laws related to healthcare and insurance. With the proposed enhancements, states might need to adjust their regulations to accommodate the changes in Medicare coverage. This could also lead to the development of additional programs at the state level that align with the new federal guidelines, affecting various aspects of healthcare delivery across different regions.

Summary

HR1892 focuses on enhancing healthcare accessibility for elderly citizens by proposing significant changes to Medicare. The bill aims to expand insurance coverage and improve the quality of care received by Medicare beneficiaries. This legislation comes in response to growing concerns over the rising costs of healthcare and the need for comprehensive support for the aging population, ensuring they remain healthy and independent. It emphasizes providing more affordable care options and streamlining processes for receiving benefits.

Sentiment

The general sentiment around HR1892 is largely supportive among advocacy groups that focus on elderly care and healthcare reform. Many representatives have voiced their approval of the bill, viewing it as a necessary step towards addressing the healthcare needs of older Americans. However, there are pockets of opposition that express concerns about budgetary impacts and the overall feasibility of implementing such widespread changes within the existing healthcare framework.

Contention

Notable points of contention include debates over the potential financial implications of HR1892. Opponents caution that expanding Medicare coverage may lead to increased costs for taxpayers, and they question the ability of the current healthcare system to absorb these changes without negatively affecting other areas of healthcare funding. Furthermore, discussions around whether the bill adequately addresses the needs of all elderly citizens or disproportionately benefits certain groups have been raised, prompting further scrutiny and debate.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HR2038

Congratulating Bellaire High School on its receipt of the AP Computer Science Female Diversity Award from College Board.

TX HR2229

Congratulating Amarillo College on its receipt of a 2023 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence from the Aspen Institute.

TX HR72

Congratulating Yazmin Guerra of PSJA Southwest Early College High School on placing eighth in the 5A girls' competition at the 2023 UIL Cross Country State Championships.

TX HR75

Congratulating the Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Early College High School Mighty Bear Band on winning first place at the 2023 UIL 6A Area G Marching Band Contest and advancing to the state competition.

TX HR1715

Congratulating the ITKAN Robotics team on winning two top awards at the FIRST Championship Robotics Competition.

TX HR1144

Congratulating Michael Evanko Douglas of El Dorado High School in Socorro ISD on receiving the Lavis Mentor Teacher Award from the UTEP College of Education.

TX HR925

Congratulating The University of Texas at Dallas moot court team on finishing in second place at the American Moot Court Association National Tournament.

TX HR1454

Congratulating Dr. Dahlia Guerra of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley on receiving the Ohtli Award from the Mexican Consulate in McAllen.

TX HR962

Congratulating The University of Texas at Dallas chess team on winning the 2023 Southwest Collegiate Team Championship.

TX HR112

Congratulating Eduardo Trevio of Humble on winning first place at the 28th Annual Mariachi Extravaganza National Vocal Competition.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.