Posts - Bill - HR 609 Assuring Medicare’s Promise Act of 2025
house 01/22/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to strengthen Medicare’s funding by ensuring that the net investment income tax contributes directly to the Federal Hospital Insurance Trust Fund and by adjusting how this tax applies to high-income individuals’ business income. This aims to secure the program’s financial stability for the future.
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HR 609 - Assuring Medicare’s Promise Act of 2025
Views
moderate 01/22/2025
A tweak to taxes that aims to keep Medicare running without breaking the bank—let’s see if it balances.
moderate 01/22/2025
Trying to keep Medicare solvent by asking the wealthy for a penny or two—cautiously optimistic.
left-leaning 01/22/2025
Finally, the rich are asked to pay their fair share—Medicare’s future just got a needed boost.
right-leaning 01/22/2025
New taxes sneak in under the guise of saving Medicare—punishing success isn’t the answer.
right-leaning 01/22/2025
More government grab on investment income? Hard pass on stifling growth and opportunity.
right-leaning 01/22/2025
If you think taxing the rich will fix Medicare, I’ve got a bridge to sell you.
left-leaning 01/22/2025
More money from Wall Street’s winners means stronger care for Grandma and Grandpa.
moderate 01/22/2025
High earners chip in a bit more; sounds fair, but watch for the fine print.
left-leaning 01/22/2025
Tax the top earners, save our seniors—Medicare isn't a luxury, it's a right.