Care for COFA Veterans Act

Hozzl · 2024-03-12T15:52:59Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 1913 Care for COFA Veterans Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Armed Forces and National Security. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/12/2024, 3:52 PM

Summary of Bill S 1913

Bill 118 s 1913, also known as the Care for COFA Veterans Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the United States Congress. The bill aims to provide healthcare benefits to veterans from the Compact of Free Association (COFA) nations who have served in the US military.

The COFA nations, which include the Marshall Islands, Micronesia, and Palau, have a unique relationship with the United States, allowing their citizens to serve in the US military. However, these veterans often face challenges in accessing healthcare services once they return to their home countries.

The Care for COFA Veterans Act seeks to address this issue by expanding healthcare benefits for COFA veterans, including access to VA healthcare facilities and services. The bill also aims to improve coordination between the US Department of Veterans Affairs and the governments of the COFA nations to ensure that veterans receive the care they need. Overall, the Care for COFA Veterans Act is a bipartisan effort to support and honor the service of veterans from the COFA nations who have served in the US military. It highlights the importance of providing healthcare benefits to all veterans, regardless of their nationality, and ensuring that they receive the care and support they deserve.

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Current Status of Bill S 1913

Bill S 1913 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 8, 2023. Bill S 1913 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 8, 2023. Bill S 1913's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. as of June 8, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1913

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Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1913

Care for COFA Veterans ActCare for COFA Veterans ActA bill to expand access to health care for veterans in the Freely Associated States, and for other purposes.

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