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Wounded Warrior Access Act of 2023

3/13/2024, 9:14 PM

Summary of Bill S 2803

The Wounded Warrior Access Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 s 2803, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to improve access to healthcare services for wounded veterans who have served in the military.

One of the key provisions of the bill is to expand the eligibility criteria for veterans to receive healthcare services through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). This would allow more veterans who have been injured or disabled during their service to access the care they need.

Additionally, the bill aims to streamline the process for veterans to receive healthcare services by reducing bureaucratic red tape and improving coordination between the VA and other healthcare providers. This would help ensure that veterans receive timely and effective care for their injuries and disabilities. Furthermore, the bill includes provisions to increase funding for mental health services for veterans, recognizing the unique challenges that many wounded warriors face in terms of mental health issues such as PTSD and depression. Overall, the Wounded Warrior Access Act of 2023 seeks to improve the quality and accessibility of healthcare services for wounded veterans, ensuring that they receive the care and support they deserve for their sacrifices in service to our country.

Congressional Summary of S 2803

Wounded Warrior Access Act of 2023

This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to establish and maintain a secure online tool or website to enable a claimant or their representative to make records requests related to VA claims and benefits. Requests for records must specify in which format the copy is desired. The VA must notify a requester within 10 days that their request has been received and must fulfill the request within 120 days.

The bill also requires the VA to ensure that each time a claimant logs in to a website or online tool of the VA, the website or online tool displays in plain language (1) a warning regarding violations of laws related to agents and attorneys, (2) a link to an online tool to report violations, (3) a link to an online tool to search for a VA-recognized agent or attorney, and (4) a link to a website or online tool providing final decisions on discipline of agents and attorneys for violations.

Current Status of Bill S 2803

Bill S 2803 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 14, 2023. Bill S 2803 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on September 14, 2023.  Bill S 2803's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S4528) as of September 14, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2803

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2803

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 2803

Wounded Warrior Access Act of 2023
Wounded Warrior Access Act of 2023
A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to allow for the electronic request of certain records, and for other purposes.

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