VA Report on Proposed CMS Staffing Ratios Act

3/23/2024, 8:53 AM

Summary of Bill S 3841

Bill 118 s 3841, also known as the VA Report on Proposed CMS Staffing Ratios Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to require the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to submit a report to Congress on the impact of proposed staffing ratios by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) on VA medical facilities.

The bill specifically mandates that the report must include an analysis of how the proposed staffing ratios would affect the ability of VA medical facilities to provide quality care to veterans. It also requires the VA to provide recommendations on how to address any potential challenges or barriers that may arise as a result of the proposed staffing ratios.

Overall, the VA Report on Proposed CMS Staffing Ratios Act aims to ensure that veterans continue to receive high-quality care at VA medical facilities, even in the face of potential changes to staffing ratios proposed by CMS. This bill highlights the importance of maintaining adequate staffing levels to meet the needs of our nation's veterans.

Current Status of Bill S 3841

Bill S 3841 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 29, 2024. Bill S 3841 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on February 29, 2024.  Bill S 3841's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. as of February 29, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3841

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
1
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3841

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3841

VA Report on Proposed CMS Staffing Ratios ActVA Report on Proposed CMS Staffing Ratios ActA bill to require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit a report on the impact of a proposed rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on access of veterans to long-term care facilities.A bill to require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit a report on the impact of a proposed rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on access of veterans to long-term care facilities.
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