To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Secretary of Defense to carry out programs to provide to certain veterans who are women a compensation benefit and an upgrade to the discharge status of such veterans, and for other purposes.

1/24/2025, 9:20 AM
Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Bill 119 HR 660, also known as the "Women Veterans' Access to Quality Care Act of 2021," aims to address the unique needs of women veterans by directing the Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Secretary of Defense to implement programs that provide compensation benefits and upgrades to discharge statuses for certain women veterans.

The bill recognizes that women veterans face specific challenges and barriers when accessing healthcare and benefits, and seeks to improve their overall well-being by ensuring they receive the support and resources they deserve. This includes addressing issues such as military sexual trauma, reproductive healthcare, mental health services, and gender-specific care.

Additionally, the bill aims to address disparities in benefits and services for women veterans by requiring the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Department of Defense to develop and implement programs that specifically cater to the needs of women who have served in the military. Overall, Bill 119 HR 660 seeks to ensure that women veterans receive the recognition, support, and care they have earned through their service to our country.
Congress
119

Number
HR - 660

Introduced on
2025-01-23

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Bill 119 HR 660, also known as the "Women Veterans' Access to Quality Care Act of 2021," aims to address the unique needs of women veterans by directing the Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Secretary of Defense to implement programs that provide compensation benefits and upgrades to discharge statuses for certain women veterans.

The bill recognizes that women veterans face specific challenges and barriers when accessing healthcare and benefits, and seeks to improve their overall well-being by ensuring they receive the support and resources they deserve. This includes addressing issues such as military sexual trauma, reproductive healthcare, mental health services, and gender-specific care.

Additionally, the bill aims to address disparities in benefits and services for women veterans by requiring the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Department of Defense to develop and implement programs that specifically cater to the needs of women who have served in the military. Overall, Bill 119 HR 660 seeks to ensure that women veterans receive the recognition, support, and care they have earned through their service to our country.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Secretary of Defense to carry out programs to provide to certain veterans who are women a compensation benefit and an upgrade to the discharge status of such veterans, and for other purposes.

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Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the co...