Fiscal Year 2023 Veterans Affairs Major Medical Facility Authorization Act

12/15/2023, 3:59 PM

Fiscal Year 2023 Veterans Affairs Major Medical Facility Authorization Act

This bill authorizes the Department of Veterans Affairs to carry out specified major medical facility projects during FY2023. The bill also indicates the maximum amount that can be spent on each project.

Bill 118 hr 3895, also known as the Fiscal Year 2023 Veterans Affairs Major Medical Facility Authorization Act, is a piece of legislation that focuses on authorizing major medical facility projects for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for the fiscal year 2023. The bill aims to improve and expand the medical facilities available to veterans across the country.

The main provisions of the bill include authorizing funding for the construction, alteration, and improvement of VA medical facilities. This funding will be used to address the growing needs of veterans and ensure that they have access to high-quality medical care. The bill also includes provisions for the leasing of medical facilities and the acquisition of land for new facilities.

Additionally, the bill includes requirements for the VA to submit reports to Congress on the progress of major medical facility projects and the use of funds allocated for these projects. This transparency and accountability measure aims to ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used effectively and efficiently to benefit veterans. Overall, Bill 118 hr 3895 is focused on improving the infrastructure and resources available to veterans through the VA's major medical facilities. By authorizing funding for these projects and increasing oversight of their implementation, the bill aims to better serve the healthcare needs of our nation's veterans.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 3895

Introduced on
2023-06-07

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

6/7/2023

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Fiscal Year 2023 Veterans Affairs Major Medical Facility Authorization Act

This bill authorizes the Department of Veterans Affairs to carry out specified major medical facility projects during FY2023. The bill also indicates the maximum amount that can be spent on each project.

Bill 118 hr 3895, also known as the Fiscal Year 2023 Veterans Affairs Major Medical Facility Authorization Act, is a piece of legislation that focuses on authorizing major medical facility projects for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for the fiscal year 2023. The bill aims to improve and expand the medical facilities available to veterans across the country.

The main provisions of the bill include authorizing funding for the construction, alteration, and improvement of VA medical facilities. This funding will be used to address the growing needs of veterans and ensure that they have access to high-quality medical care. The bill also includes provisions for the leasing of medical facilities and the acquisition of land for new facilities.

Additionally, the bill includes requirements for the VA to submit reports to Congress on the progress of major medical facility projects and the use of funds allocated for these projects. This transparency and accountability measure aims to ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used effectively and efficiently to benefit veterans. Overall, Bill 118 hr 3895 is focused on improving the infrastructure and resources available to veterans through the VA's major medical facilities. By authorizing funding for these projects and increasing oversight of their implementation, the bill aims to better serve the healthcare needs of our nation's veterans.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo authorize major medical facility projects for the Department of Veterans Affairs for fiscal year 2023, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Armed Forces and National Security

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Recent Activity

Latest Summary7/25/2023

Fiscal Year 2023 Veterans Affairs Major Medical Facility Authorization Act

This bill authorizes the Department of Veterans Affairs to carry out specified major medical facility projects during FY2023. The bill also indicates the max...


Latest Action7/17/2023
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.