Protecting Veteran Access to Telemedicine Services Act of 2025

Hozzl · 2025-03-21T18:43:53Z

Explore the details of House Bill 1107 Protecting Veteran Access to Telemedicine Services Act of 2025 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.

3/21/2025, 6:43 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1107

Bill 119 hr 1107, also known as the "Veterans Telemedicine Act," aims to amend title 38 of the United States Code to allow certain healthcare professionals working for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to provide veterans with controlled medications through telemedicine. This bill would enable VA healthcare professionals to deliver, distribute, or dispense certain medications to veterans remotely, under specific conditions.

The main goal of this legislation is to improve access to healthcare services for veterans, especially those living in rural or underserved areas where in-person medical care may be limited. By utilizing telemedicine, veterans can receive necessary medications without having to travel long distances to a VA facility.

The bill includes provisions to ensure that the telemedicine services provided by VA healthcare professionals adhere to all relevant laws and regulations governing the delivery of controlled substances. This is to ensure the safety and well-being of veterans receiving medications through telemedicine. Overall, the Veterans Telemedicine Act seeks to modernize and expand healthcare services for veterans by leveraging technology to increase access to essential medications. This bill aims to improve the overall quality of care provided to veterans by the VA, while also addressing the unique challenges faced by veterans in accessing healthcare services.

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Current Status of Bill HR 1107

Bill HR 1107 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 6, 2025. Bill HR 1107 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 6, 2025. Bill HR 1107's most recent activity was Subcommittee Hearings Held as of March 11, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1107

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1107

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Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1107

To amend title 38, United States Code, to authorize certain heath care professionals employed by the Department of Veterans Affairs to deliver, distribute, or dispense to veterans certain controlled medications via telemedicine under certain conditions, and for other purposes.To amend title 38, United States Code, to authorize certain heath care professionals employed by the Department of Veterans Affairs to deliver, distribute, or dispense to veterans certain controlled medications via telemedicine under certain conditions, and for other purposes.

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