Max Cleland VA Medical Center Act

12/30/2022, 3:04 AM

Max Cleland VA Medical Center Act

This bill designates the Department of Veterans Affairs medical center in Atlanta, Georgia, as the Joseph Maxwell Cleland Atlanta Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center or the Joseph Maxwell Cleland Atlanta VA Medical Center.

Bill 117 hr 6244, also known as the Max Cleland VA Medical Center Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of improving healthcare services for veterans at the Max Cleland VA Medical Center. The bill seeks to address various issues faced by veterans in accessing quality healthcare, including long wait times, understaffing, and inadequate facilities.

The Max Cleland VA Medical Center Act proposes several key provisions to enhance the quality of care provided to veterans. These provisions include increasing funding for the medical center to hire additional staff, improve infrastructure, and expand services offered to veterans. The bill also aims to streamline the process for veterans to access care, reduce wait times for appointments, and enhance the overall patient experience at the medical center.

Furthermore, the Max Cleland VA Medical Center Act includes measures to improve mental health services for veterans, including increasing access to counseling and therapy services. The bill also seeks to address issues related to substance abuse and addiction among veterans by providing additional resources for treatment and support. Overall, the Max Cleland VA Medical Center Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that aims to address the various challenges faced by veterans in accessing quality healthcare services. If passed, this bill has the potential to significantly improve the lives of veterans and ensure they receive the care and support they deserve.
Congress
117

Number
HR - 6244

Introduced on
2021-12-09

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

12/9/2021

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Max Cleland VA Medical Center Act

This bill designates the Department of Veterans Affairs medical center in Atlanta, Georgia, as the Joseph Maxwell Cleland Atlanta Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center or the Joseph Maxwell Cleland Atlanta VA Medical Center.

Bill 117 hr 6244, also known as the Max Cleland VA Medical Center Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of improving healthcare services for veterans at the Max Cleland VA Medical Center. The bill seeks to address various issues faced by veterans in accessing quality healthcare, including long wait times, understaffing, and inadequate facilities.

The Max Cleland VA Medical Center Act proposes several key provisions to enhance the quality of care provided to veterans. These provisions include increasing funding for the medical center to hire additional staff, improve infrastructure, and expand services offered to veterans. The bill also aims to streamline the process for veterans to access care, reduce wait times for appointments, and enhance the overall patient experience at the medical center.

Furthermore, the Max Cleland VA Medical Center Act includes measures to improve mental health services for veterans, including increasing access to counseling and therapy services. The bill also seeks to address issues related to substance abuse and addiction among veterans by providing additional resources for treatment and support. Overall, the Max Cleland VA Medical Center Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that aims to address the various challenges faced by veterans in accessing quality healthcare services. If passed, this bill has the potential to significantly improve the lives of veterans and ensure they receive the care and support they deserve.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo designate the medical center of the Department of Veterans Affairs located in metropolitan Atlanta, Georgia, as the "Joseph Maxwell Cleland Atlanta Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center".

Policy Areas
Armed Forces and National Security

Potential Impact
Congressional tributes•
Department of Veterans Affairs•
Georgia•
Government buildings, facilities, and property•
Health facilities and institutions•
Members of Congress•
Senate•
Veterans' medical care

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Recent Activity

Latest Summary1/3/2022

Max Cleland VA Medical Center Act

This bill designates the Department of Veterans Affairs medical center in Atlanta, Georgia, as the Joseph Maxwell Cleland Atlanta Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center or the Josep...


Latest Action1/6/2022
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.