Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024

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Summary of Bill S 2127

Bill 118 s 2127, also known as the Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024, is a piece of legislation that focuses on funding for military construction projects, veterans affairs programs, and other related agencies for the fiscal year 2024.

The bill allocates specific amounts of money to various military construction projects, such as the construction of new military facilities, the renovation of existing facilities, and the maintenance of military infrastructure. It also provides funding for veterans affairs programs, including healthcare services, disability compensation, education and training programs, and housing assistance for veterans.

In addition to funding for military construction and veterans affairs, the bill also includes appropriations for other related agencies, such as the Department of Defense, the Department of Homeland Security, and the Department of Energy. These funds are intended to support a wide range of national security and defense-related activities. Overall, Bill 118 s 2127 aims to ensure that the necessary resources are available to support the needs of the military, veterans, and related agencies in the upcoming fiscal year. It is an important piece of legislation that plays a crucial role in supporting the men and women who serve our country and ensuring that they have access to the resources and support they need.

Congressional Summary of S 2127

Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024

This bill provides FY2024 appropriations for military construction, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), and related agencies.

The bill provides appropriations to the Department of Defense (DOD) for military construction for

  • the Army;
  • the Navy and Marine Corps;
  • the Air Force;
  • Defense-wide agencies and activities;
  • the Army and Air National Guard; and
  • the Army, Navy, and Air Force Reserves.

The bill also provides appropriations to DOD for

  • the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Security Investment Program;
  • the Base Closure Account;
  • Construction and Operation and Maintenance of Family Housing for the Army, the Navy and Marine Corps, the Air Force, and Defense-wide agencies and activities;
  • the Family Housing Improvement Fund; and
  • the Military Unaccompanied Housing Improvement Fund.

Within the VA budget, the bill provides appropriations for

  • the Veterans Benefits Administration,
  • the Veterans Health Administration,
  • the National Cemetery Administration, and
  • Departmental Administration.

The bill provides appropriations for related agencies and programs, including

  • the American Battle Monuments Commission,
  • the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims,
  • Cemeterial Expenses of the Army, and
  • the Armed Forces Retirement Home.

The bill also sets forth requirements and restrictions for using funds provided by this and other appropriations acts.

Current Status of Bill S 2127

Bill S 2127 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 22, 2023. Bill S 2127 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 22, 2023.  Bill S 2127's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 110. as of June 22, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2127

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2127

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Potential Impact Areas

AlliancesAmerican Battle Monuments CommissionAppropriationsArmed Forces Retirement HomeCemeteries and funeralsCollective securityDefense spendingDepartment of DefenseDepartment of Veterans AffairsEuropeExecutive agency funding and structureFederal appellate courtsMilitary facilities and propertyMilitary personnel and dependentsMonuments and memorialsNational Guard and reservesVeterans' medical careVeterans' organizations and recognitionVeterans' pensions and compensation

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 2127

Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024An original bill making appropriations for military construction, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, and for other purposes.
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