To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to allow individuals with Alzheimer’s disease to buy in to the Medicare program.
Latest action (5 Oct 2026): Introduced
What this bill does
H.R. 10726 is a bill introduced by Representative Sharice Davids (Democrat-Kansas). Its stated purpose is to amend Title XVIII of the Social Security Act. This amendment would create a pathway for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease to enroll in the Medicare program, a federal health insurance program primarily for people aged 65 and older, and younger people with certain disabilities. The bill's official text has not yet been published, so specific details about how this "buy-in" would function or any associated costs or eligibility requirements are not publicly available.
At this stage, H.R. 10726 has been introduced in the House of Representatives. Following its introduction, the bill would typically be referred to a relevant committee for review and consideration. The next steps in the legislative process could include hearings, committee markups, and potential votes. If passed by the House, it would then proceed to the Senate for further deliberation and voting. The bill's sponsor is a Democrat, and it was introduced in the 119th Congress.
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Official summary
This bill is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on October 5, 2026. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 10726 do?
- H.R. 10726 is a bill introduced by Representative Sharice Davids (Democrat-Kansas). Its stated purpose is to amend Title XVIII of the Social Security Act. This amendment would create a pathway for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease to enroll in the Medicare program, a federal health insurance program primarily for people aged 65 and older, and younger people with certain disabilities. The bill's official text has not yet been published, so specific details about how this "buy-in" would function or any associated costs or eligibility requirements are not publicly available. At this stage, H.R. 10726 has been introduced in the House of Representatives. Following its introduction, the bill would typically be referred to a relevant committee for review and consideration. The next steps in the legislative process could include hearings, committee markups, and potential votes. If passed by the House, it would then proceed to the Senate for further deliberation and voting. The bill's sponsor is a Democrat, and it was introduced in the 119th Congress.
- Has H.R. 10726 become law?
- Not yet. As of 5 Oct 2026, H.R. 10726 is introduced.
- Who sponsored H.R. 10726?
- H.R. 10726 was sponsored by Rep. Sharice Davids [D-KS3] (Democrat-KS), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 10726?
- Introduced (5 Oct 2026).
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