H.R.1721 - CLASS Act

To amend the Public Health Service Act to help individuals with functional impairments and their families pay for services and supports that they need to maximize their functionality and independence and have choices about community participation, education, and employment, and for other purposes. view all titles (3)

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  • Short: CLASS Act as introduced.
  • Short: Community Living Assistance Services and Supports Act as introduced.
  • Official: To amend the Public Health Service Act to help individuals with functional impairments and their families pay for services and supports that they need to maximize their functionality and independence and have choices about community participation, education, and employment, and for other purposes. as introduced.

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05/03/11
H.R.1721: Strengthening the Teaching of English in ... - OpenCongress

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09/15/10
H.R. 1721 [110th]: Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act ...

9 Oct 2007

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08/24/10
nova southeastern university | World Breaking News

... which creates the greatest effort of law enforcement ever created for the protection of children (HR 3845), and the passage of Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act (HR 1721) to combat childhood drowning. ...

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08/24/10
Nova Southeastern University to Host Free Health Fair for Children ...

... which creates the largest law enforcement effort ever formed for the protection of children (H.R. 3845), and, the passage the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act (H.R. 1721) to combat childhood drowning. ...

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08/24/10
Nova Southeastern University

... which creates the greatest effort of law enforcement ever created for the protection of children (HR 3845), and the passage of Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act (HR 1721) to combat childhood drowning. ...

Source: CosmEPIC
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08/24/10
Nova Southeastern University | United States Online News

... which creates the greatest effort of law enforcement ever created for the protection of children (HR 3845), and the passage of Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act (HR 1721) to combat childhood drowning. ...

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05/10/10
I'm Just Saying, Philly: Hottest of the Hot Corner: Ranking MLB's ...

2554 hits, 585 HR's, 1721 RBI's, .304 BA, . 389 OBP, .574 SLG— the numbers border on ridiculous. Of course, the slugger's statistics are a bit tainted due to his admission of performance enhancing drugs. Clearly, he has Hall of Fame ...

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03/22/10
Division 20 News: INFO: Health Reform and Aging Update

Establishment of a new national insurance program to help adults with functional limitations to maintain personal and financial independence and live in the community (Language from the APA-Supported CLASS Act - S. 696/H.R. 1721) ...

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02/24/10
AARP covers long term care and Medicaid issues with big article ...

The 2009 bill is HR 1721 introduced by Frank Pallone, D-NJ, with govtrack reference here. The article did not go into filial responsibility laws, or “poor laws”, on the books in about 28 states. But some countries, including Germany and ...

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12/04/09
Public Elder Relating to economics Safety Initiativeв„ў: Hale ...

1685) and the inclusion of the Community Living Assistance Services and Supports (CLASS) Act (HR 1721 and S. 697) in the final health care reforh bill. All in all, it was a successful event and provided an opportunity for our state ...

Source: elvinhaug
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11/23/09
Senator Edward Kennedy's contribution to affordable Long Term ...

697) and Congressman Jack Pallone (HR 1721). According to the fact sheet put out by the Alliance for Retired Americans, Medicare covers very little of the long term services needed and one must have less than $2000 in savings to qualify ...

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11/22/09
(SENATE) Healthcare Reform Bill Moves Forward; CLASS Act Included

Of particular importance to advocates for the elderly, the bill approved for consideration includes the provisions of the proposed Community Living Assistance Services & Supports Act (CLASS Act) (HR 1721/S 697), which would establish a ...

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11/19/09
State Partners Visit Washington DC

1685) and the inclusion of the Community Living Assistance Services and Supports (CLASS) Act (HR 1721 and S. 697) in the final health care reform bill. All in all, it was a successful event and provided an opportunity for our state ...

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11/18/09
Health & Medicine Policy Research Group » Blog Archive » National ...

The CLASS Act was introduced in both the House of Representatives (HR 1721) and the Senate (S 697), and is also included in the final health reform bill in the House, “America's Affordable Health Choices Act (HR 3200). ...

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11/18/09
National Exposure for Long Term Care

The CLASS Act was introduced in both the House of Representatives (HR 1721) and the Senate (S 697), and is also included in the final health reform bill in the House, “America's Affordable Health Choices Act (HR 3200). ...

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11/17/09
SENATE: Reid Releases Bill; Some CBO Numbers Out

The Community Living Assistance Services and Supports Act (HR 1721, S 697) was touted by Sen. Edward Kennedy (D-Mass.), who urged that it be folded into the Senate HELP Committee bill. The proposal, which would create a long-term care ...

Source: AHLAlerts
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10/26/09
(HOUSE) Reform Bill May Also Finance Community Care

House sponsor of the Community Living Assistance Services & Supports Act (CLASS Act) (HR 1721/S 697) Rep. Frank Pallone (D-NJ) says he is "pretty confident" the bill will be included in the reform package headed to the House floor. ...

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10/26/09
(HOUSE) Reform Bill May Also Finance Community Care

House sponsor of the Community Living Assistance Services & Supports Act (CLASS Act) (HR 1721/S 697) Rep. Frank Pallone (D-NJ) says he is "pretty confident" the bill will be included in the reform package headed to the House floor.

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10/06/09
New Haven Peoples Center: URGENT! CALL CONGRESS

Includes the CLASS Act (S. 697 and H.R. 1721). It is an important first step in addressing long term care needs. · Eliminates Medicare Advantage overpayments. For more information on participation, please call: 1-888-373-6497, ...

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10/05/09
URGENT! CALL CONGRESS - Alliance for Retired Americans Blog

Includes the CLASS Act (S. 697 and H.R. 1721). It is an important first step in addressing long term care needs. - Eliminates Medicare Advantage overpayments. For more information on participation, please call: 1-888-373-6497, ...

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10/05/09
October 7th is National Call-in Day for Health Care Reform « COTO ...

Restores Free Trade for drug purchases, so that Americans can buy their drugs from the most suitable market; and that. * Includes the CLASS Act (S. 697 and H.R. 1721), which is an important first step in addressing long term care needs. ...

Source: COTO Report
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10/05/09
PA Editors Blog: Health reform we need

Includes the CLASS Act (S. 697 and H.R. 1721). It is an important first step in addressing long term care needs. · Eliminates Medicare Advantage overpayments. Bookmark and Share. Posted by Joel at 6:02 PM. Health reform we need ...

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09/08/09
Pool Drain Pulls Small Intestine Out Of Young Girl - Democratic ...

The Pool and Spa Safety Act (HR 1721) is sponsored by U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-Fla.). The legislation proposes that the Consumer Product Safety Commission distribute federal grants to states that implement drowning- and ...

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09/07/09
Issues & Advocacy: NCIL 2009 Federal Disability Legislative Agenda

CLASS Act: Community Living assistance Services and Supports (H.R. 1721 & S.697): The CLASS Act would help people with disabilities who are employed and who need insurance that could be used creatively to purchase services, supports, ...

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08/26/09
Alzheimer News 8/27/2009

By championing the Community Living Assistance Supports and Services (CLASS) Act (S. 697/H.R. 1721), Sen. Kennedy exhibited his unique understanding of how important is it to explore other revenue streams and financing mechanisms that ...

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08/26/09
Alzheimer's Association statement on Sen. Kennedy's death

697/HR 1721), Sen. Kennedy exhibited his unique understanding of how important is it to explore other revenue streams and financing mechanisms that make long-term care affordable in order to lessen the overwhelming pressure and ...

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08/03/09
Finding My Way: Journey of an Uppity Intellectual Activist Crip ...

If you click on the first CLASS Act link you'll note that the CLASS Act is actually H.R. 1721. Apparently CLASS also stands for College Learning Access Simplicity and Savings Act. I laugh at the thought of two people getting into a very ...

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07/30/09
Where To, Bud?: Health Care Reform Bill & The Alzheimer's Association

Health care reform must include improved long-term services and supports, such as those found in the Community Living Assistance Services and Supports Act (CLASS Act) (S. 697/H.R. 1721). i. The CLASS Act outlines a new nationwide ...

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07/16/09
Underdog: Health Care Now....7/17/09 Seniors Demand It !

On Thursday, Alliance members in key Congressional districts called their Member of Congress to request that the House include the Community Living Assistance Services and Supports (CLASS) Act, H.R. 1721, in the health care bill. ...

Source: Underdog
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07/07/09
Long Term Care Insurance-Kennedy Proposal in Senate Committee Bill ...

An identical bill was also introduced earlier this year in the House of Representatives (H.R. 1721). Under the program, employees are automatically enrolled using the same process as under a 401(k) or similar plan. ...

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