Expediting Temporary Ratings for Veterans Act

Hozzl · 2024-01-26T08:15:19Z

Explore the details of House Bill 196 Expediting Temporary Ratings for Veterans Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Armed Forces and National Security. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/26/2024, 8:15 AM

Summary of Bill HR 196

Bill 118 hr 196, also known as the Expediting Temporary Ratings for Veterans Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to expedite the process of providing temporary disability ratings for veterans who have recently left military service.

The bill aims to address the issue of delays in the current system, which can leave veterans waiting for extended periods of time to receive the benefits they are entitled to. By streamlining the process for temporary disability ratings, veterans will be able to receive the support they need more quickly and efficiently.

Under the provisions of the bill, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) will be required to provide temporary disability ratings within 30 days of receiving a claim from a veteran. This will help to ensure that veterans are not left waiting for an extended period of time without the support they need. Overall, the Expediting Temporary Ratings for Veterans Act is aimed at improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the VA's disability rating process, ultimately benefiting the men and women who have served our country in the armed forces.

Congressional Summary of HR 196

Expediting Temporary Ratings for Veterans Act

This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to modify its information technology systems to provide for the automatic processing of claims for temporary disability ratings for specified veterans (i.e., those who have a service-connected disability that requires hospital treatment or observation for a period in excess of 21 days).

In providing for the automatic processing of claims, the VA must ensure that (1) medical evidence is obtained from its corporate data warehouse, (2) VA employees continue to determine eligibility for a temporary disability rating for the specified veterans, and (3) claims may be processed manually if the evidence of record is not sufficient to decide the claim or if the medical evidence is provided in an incompatible format.

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Current Status of Bill HR 196

Bill HR 196 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 9, 2023. Bill HR 196 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 9, 2023. Bill HR 196's most recent activity was Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held as of July 19, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 196

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Potential Impact Areas

- Disability and paralysis

- Health information and medical records

- Veterans' pensions and compensation

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 196

Expediting Temporary Ratings for Veterans Act

To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to modify the information technology systems of the Department of Veterans Affairs to provide for the automatic processing of claims for certain temporary disability ratings, and for other purposes.