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Veterans’ True Choice Act of 2025

3/11/2025, 8:05 AM

Summary of Bill HR 244

Bill 119 hr 244, also known as the TRICARE Select Expansion Act, aims to amend title 10 of the United States Code to extend eligibility for TRICARE Select to veterans with service-connected disabilities. TRICARE Select is a health care program for military personnel, retirees, and their families.

Under the current system, veterans with service-connected disabilities are only eligible for TRICARE benefits if they are retired from the military or have reached a certain age. This bill seeks to expand access to TRICARE Select for all veterans with service-connected disabilities, regardless of their retirement status or age.

The purpose of this legislation is to ensure that all veterans with service-connected disabilities have access to quality health care through TRICARE Select. By extending eligibility to this group of veterans, the bill aims to improve their overall health and well-being. In addition to providing eligibility for TRICARE Select to veterans with service-connected disabilities, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes. These additional provisions are not specified in the summary, but may include measures to improve access to health care services, streamline administrative processes, or address other issues related to veterans' health care. Overall, the TRICARE Select Expansion Act is a bipartisan effort to support veterans with service-connected disabilities by expanding their access to health care services through the TRICARE program. This legislation is an important step towards ensuring that all veterans receive the care and support they need and deserve.

Congressional Summary of HR 244

Veterans' True Choice Act of 2025

This bill allows covered veterans to receive coverage under TRICARE Select, a health care program of the Department of Defense (DOD). Veterans covered by this bill include those with service-connected disabilities, former prisoners of war, Purple Heart recipients, Medal of Honor recipients, those discharged from service due to disability, and those entitled to disability compensation.

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) must reimburse DOD's costs of enrolling eligible veteran beneficiaries in the program.

A covered veteran may not concurrently receive medical care from DOD and the VA.

Current Status of Bill HR 244

Bill HR 244 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 9, 2025. Bill HR 244 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 9, 2025.  Bill HR 244's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of February 11, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 244

Total Number of Sponsors
3
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
3
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 244

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 244

To amend title 10, United States Code, to provide eligibility for TRICARE Select to veterans with service-connected disabilities, and for other purposes.
To amend title 10, United States Code, to provide eligibility for TRICARE Select to veterans with service-connected disabilities, and for other purposes.

Comments

Daniella Jacobson profile image

Daniella Jacobson

487

11 months ago

I can't believe this bill is finally passing! It's about time they did something for our veterans. I know it's not perfect, but at least it's a step in the right direction. Hopefully, it will help those who have sacrificed so much for our country. #SupportOurVeterans #HRBill244 #TRICARESelect The long term affects of this bill could be significant for veterans and their families.

Collins Lawrence profile image

Collins Lawrence

573

10 months ago

This bill makes me sad. Who benefits from it?

Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 244

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