To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to report on certain appeals, resources, and health care systems of the Department of Veterans Affairs.

1/29/2025, 9:20 AM
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Bill 119 hr 770, also known as the "Veterans Appeals Improvement and Modernization Act," aims to improve the appeals process for veterans seeking benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The bill directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to report on various aspects of the appeals process, including the number of appeals pending, the resources allocated to processing appeals, and the effectiveness of the VA's health care systems in supporting veterans during the appeals process.

The bill seeks to address the challenges that many veterans face when navigating the appeals process, which can often be complex and time-consuming. By requiring the VA to report on these key areas, the bill aims to increase transparency and accountability within the VA, ultimately leading to a more efficient and effective appeals process for veterans.

Overall, Bill 119 hr 770 is focused on improving the support and resources available to veterans as they seek benefits from the VA. By addressing key issues within the appeals process, the bill aims to ensure that veterans receive the benefits and care they deserve in a timely and efficient manner.
Congress
119

Number
HR - 770

Introduced on
2025-01-28

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Bill 119 hr 770, also known as the "Veterans Appeals Improvement and Modernization Act," aims to improve the appeals process for veterans seeking benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The bill directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to report on various aspects of the appeals process, including the number of appeals pending, the resources allocated to processing appeals, and the effectiveness of the VA's health care systems in supporting veterans during the appeals process.

The bill seeks to address the challenges that many veterans face when navigating the appeals process, which can often be complex and time-consuming. By requiring the VA to report on these key areas, the bill aims to increase transparency and accountability within the VA, ultimately leading to a more efficient and effective appeals process for veterans.

Overall, Bill 119 hr 770 is focused on improving the support and resources available to veterans as they seek benefits from the VA. By addressing key issues within the appeals process, the bill aims to ensure that veterans receive the benefits and care they deserve in a timely and efficient manner.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to report on certain appeals, resources, and health care systems of the Department of Veterans Affairs.

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Latest Action1/28/2025
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.