Kim introduces bill to eliminate long waiting periods for disability benefits
Summary
Senator Andy Kim from New Jersey introduced a new bill called the Stop the Wait Act. This bill aims to gradually remove the waiting periods for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Medicare for people with disabilities.Key Facts
- The bill is named the Stop the Wait Act.
- It would end the current five-month waiting period before people can get SSDI benefits.
- This change would happen gradually over five years.
- It would also remove the 24-month waiting period before disabled people can get Medicare benefits.
- The bill is focused on helping people with disabilities receive benefits faster.
- Senator Andy Kim is a Democrat representing New Jersey.
- The changes apply to Social Security Disability Insurance and Medicare programs.
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