VA Medical Center Security Report Act of 2023

1/4/2024, 10:30 AM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Bill 118 s 3466, also known as the VA Medical Center Security Report Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to improve the security measures at Veterans Affairs (VA) medical centers across the country.

The bill requires the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit a report to Congress detailing the security measures in place at each VA medical center. This report must include information on the physical security infrastructure, security personnel training, and any incidents of violence or threats at the facilities.

Additionally, the bill mandates that the Secretary of Veterans Affairs develop a plan to address any security deficiencies identified in the report. This plan must include recommendations for improving security measures, such as increasing security personnel, implementing new technology, or enhancing training programs. Overall, the VA Medical Center Security Report Act of 2023 aims to ensure the safety and security of veterans, staff, and visitors at VA medical centers by enhancing security measures and addressing any vulnerabilities that may exist.
Congress
118

Number
S - 3466

Introduced on
2023-12-12

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

12/12/2023

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Bill 118 s 3466, also known as the VA Medical Center Security Report Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to improve the security measures at Veterans Affairs (VA) medical centers across the country.

The bill requires the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit a report to Congress detailing the security measures in place at each VA medical center. This report must include information on the physical security infrastructure, security personnel training, and any incidents of violence or threats at the facilities.

Additionally, the bill mandates that the Secretary of Veterans Affairs develop a plan to address any security deficiencies identified in the report. This plan must include recommendations for improving security measures, such as increasing security personnel, implementing new technology, or enhancing training programs. Overall, the VA Medical Center Security Report Act of 2023 aims to ensure the safety and security of veterans, staff, and visitors at VA medical centers by enhancing security measures and addressing any vulnerabilities that may exist.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Comptroller General of the United States to submit to Congress reports regarding security and safety at facilities of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes.

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Latest Action12/12/2023
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.