SR 66 New Jersey Senate · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Memorializes Congress to provide Medicare coverage for eyeglasses, hearing aids, and dentures.

This Senate Resolution (SR 66) requests Congress to add Medicare coverage for eyeglasses, hearing aids, and dentures. It directly affects elderly Medicare beneficiaries who currently pay out-of-pocket for these essential assistive devices. The resolution cites that Medicare does not cover these items despite widespread need among seniors, with 42% of elderly Medicare recipients experiencing hearing loss and many requiring dental care. It formally memorializes Congress to enact legislation providing this coverage, aiming to reduce financial burdens and improve quality of life for older Americans. The resolution is non-binding and serves as a formal request to the U.S. Congress.
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Introduced Feb 5, 2026 Last action Feb 5, 2026
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