back December 1, 2005 Ryan to Host Medicare Prescription Drug Provider Fair First District Congressman Paul Ryan announced that he will be hosting a Medicare Prescription Drug Provider Fair on Monday, December 12 at UW Parkside. The fair will provide a forum for Medicare recipients and their families to talk with a Medicare representative and Medicare prescription drug plan providers who will be on hand to answer questions and provide information about the available options under the new benefit.  As of November 15, 2005, seniors have been able to enroll in Medicare Part D prescription drug plans. For those who have enrolled, Medicare prescription drug coverage begins on January 1, 2006.  “I know that many people who rely on Medicare in our area have questions about the new prescription drug benefit and how to decide if a particular plan is right for them. This Medicare fair will give them access to resources and information to help them make an informed decision. I hope that many people take advantage of this opportunity to learn more about the options that are available under this new Medicare benefit,” Ryan said.  WHAT: Medicare Prescription Drug Provider Fair WHEN:  Monday, December 12, 2005 10:30 am – 12:30 pm WHERE:  UW Parkside, 900 Wood Road, Kenosha, WI in the Student Union Due to limited parking in the vicinity of the Student Union, parking is also available in the parking lot near Tallent Hall, on the eastern side of Wood Road. A shuttle will be available to transport attendees to the Student Union building.  For more information about the fair, constituents can call Ryan’s Janesville Constituent Services Center toll-free at 1-888-909-7926.   Print Contact: Kate Matus (202) 226-7326