Although fiber resists enzyme action and is not broken down during digestion, break down of starch by enzymes starts in the mouth.lthough fiber resists enzyme action and is not broken down during digestion, break down of starch by enzymes starts in the mouth.
1 In 1965, the budget for Medicare was around $10 billion and 19 million individuals signed up for Medicare during its first year. 2  In 1966, Medicareâs coverage took effect, as Americans age 65 and older were enrolled in Part A and millions of other seniors signed up for Part B. In 1965, the budget for Medicare was around $10 billion and 19 million individuals signed up for Medicare during its first year. 2  In 1966, Medicareâs coverage took effect, as Americans age 65 and older were enrolled in Part A and millions of other seniors signed up for Part B.
President Johnson signing the Medicare program into law, July 30, 1965. Shown with the President (on the right in the photo) are (left to right) Mrs. Johnson; former President Harry Truman; Vice-President Hubert Humphrey; and Mrs. Truman. Photo courtesy of LBJ Presidential Library.t the bill-signing ceremony President Johnson enrolled President Truman as the first Medicare beneficiary and presented him with the first Medicare card. This is President Truman's application for the optional Part B medical care coverage, which President Johnson signed as a witness. SSA History Archives.