H.R. 6799In committeeFamily & community
Bill would end Medicare wait for young-onset Alzheimer's
Data as of July 11, 2026
HR 6799 would end the 5-month and 24-month waits for disability pay and Medicare for people with young-onset Alzheimer's.40-second read · 4 questions answered below
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What does this do?
This bill removes two waiting periods for people diagnosed with young-onset Alzheimer's disease, meaning Alzheimer's that develops before traditional retirement age. Currently, disability insurance recipients wait five months for payments to start and then 24 more months before Medicare coverage begins. This bill would eliminate both waits, matching rules already in place for people diagnosed with ALS.
Who does it affect?
People diagnosed with young-onset Alzheimer's disease would be affected. The Social Security Administration would gain authority to define exactly who qualifies under that term through its official guidance.
Why does it matter?
Without this change, people with young-onset Alzheimer's face gaps in income and health coverage during a period when they can no longer work. The bill would align their timeline with the one that already applies to ALS patients.
Where does it stand?
- Introduced
- House committee — You are here
- House vote
- Senate
- President's desk
Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the President.
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Official title
BRIDGE for Young-Onset Alzheimer’s Disease Act of 2025
- Introduced:
- December 17, 2025
- Latest action:
- December 17, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
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