Harshbarger hopes bill will reduce red tape for those with a terminal illness

WASHINGTON (WJHL) — Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger has reintroduced legislation to help those with a terminal illness receive their Social Security Disability Insurance benefits more quickly. According to a news release, the Immediate Access for the Terminally Ill Act would remove the five-month waiting period for those with a terminal illness who are unable to work. [...]