This bill aims to eliminate the statutory waiting periods for individuals diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer to receive critical federal benefits. It specifically seeks to remove the waiting period for disability insurance benefits under Title II of the Social Security Act, allowing immediate access for eligible applicants. Additionally, the legislation waives the standard 24-month waiting period for Medicare coverage for these individuals, ensuring they can access healthcare services without delay. These amendments apply to applications for disability benefits filed after the enactment date and to Medicare benefits for months beginning after enactment, providing timely support to those facing metastatic breast cancer.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Social Welfare
Metastatic Breast Cancer Access to Care Act
USA119th CongressS-3442| Senate
| Updated: 12/11/2025
This bill aims to eliminate the statutory waiting periods for individuals diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer to receive critical federal benefits. It specifically seeks to remove the waiting period for disability insurance benefits under Title II of the Social Security Act, allowing immediate access for eligible applicants. Additionally, the legislation waives the standard 24-month waiting period for Medicare coverage for these individuals, ensuring they can access healthcare services without delay. These amendments apply to applications for disability benefits filed after the enactment date and to Medicare benefits for months beginning after enactment, providing timely support to those facing metastatic breast cancer.