Rural Veterans Transportation to Care Act

3/7/2024, 9:08 AM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Bill 118 s 3751, also known as the Rural Veterans Transportation to Care Act, aims to improve access to healthcare for veterans living in rural areas. The bill specifically focuses on providing transportation services to help veterans get to and from their medical appointments.

The legislation recognizes that many veterans in rural areas face challenges in accessing healthcare due to limited transportation options. By providing funding for transportation services, the bill seeks to ensure that veterans can easily travel to VA medical facilities for the care they need.

The Rural Veterans Transportation to Care Act outlines a plan for the Department of Veterans Affairs to establish partnerships with local transportation providers to offer rides to veterans. These transportation services would be tailored to the specific needs of veterans, taking into account factors such as disabilities and medical conditions. Overall, the bill aims to address the transportation barriers that many rural veterans face when seeking healthcare. By providing funding and support for transportation services, the legislation seeks to improve access to medical care for veterans living in remote areas.
Congress
118

Number
S - 3751

Introduced on
2024-02-07

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

2/7/2024

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 3751, also known as the Rural Veterans Transportation to Care Act, aims to improve access to healthcare for veterans living in rural areas. The bill specifically focuses on providing transportation services to help veterans get to and from their medical appointments.

The legislation recognizes that many veterans in rural areas face challenges in accessing healthcare due to limited transportation options. By providing funding for transportation services, the bill seeks to ensure that veterans can easily travel to VA medical facilities for the care they need.

The Rural Veterans Transportation to Care Act outlines a plan for the Department of Veterans Affairs to establish partnerships with local transportation providers to offer rides to veterans. These transportation services would be tailored to the specific needs of veterans, taking into account factors such as disabilities and medical conditions. Overall, the bill aims to address the transportation barriers that many rural veterans face when seeking healthcare. By providing funding and support for transportation services, the legislation seeks to improve access to medical care for veterans living in remote areas.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to expand and modify the grant program of the Department of Veterans Affairs to provide innovative transportation options to veterans in highly rural areas, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Armed Forces and National Security

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Recent Activity

Latest Action2/7/2024
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.