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Ensuring Veterans Timely Access to Anesthesia Care Act of 2025
7/8/2025, 8:05 AM
Summary of Bill HR 2234
Bill 119 HR 2234, also known as the Anesthesia and Pain Management Services for Veterans Act, aims to improve the standards for anesthesia and pain management services within the Veterans Health Administration. The bill directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to update certain standards to ensure that veterans receive high-quality care in these areas.
Specifically, the bill calls for the Secretary to review and update the standards for anesthesia and pain management services provided to veterans. This includes ensuring that veterans have access to a full range of pain management options and that anesthesia services are provided in a safe and effective manner.
The goal of the bill is to improve the quality of care for veterans who may be experiencing chronic pain or undergoing surgical procedures within the VA health system. By updating and enhancing the standards for anesthesia and pain management services, the bill aims to ensure that veterans receive the best possible care and support for their medical needs. Overall, Bill 119 HR 2234 seeks to prioritize the health and well-being of veterans by improving the standards for anesthesia and pain management services within the Veterans Health Administration.
Specifically, the bill calls for the Secretary to review and update the standards for anesthesia and pain management services provided to veterans. This includes ensuring that veterans have access to a full range of pain management options and that anesthesia services are provided in a safe and effective manner.
The goal of the bill is to improve the quality of care for veterans who may be experiencing chronic pain or undergoing surgical procedures within the VA health system. By updating and enhancing the standards for anesthesia and pain management services, the bill aims to ensure that veterans receive the best possible care and support for their medical needs. Overall, Bill 119 HR 2234 seeks to prioritize the health and well-being of veterans by improving the standards for anesthesia and pain management services within the Veterans Health Administration.
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Current Status of Bill HR 2234
Bill HR 2234 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 18, 2025. Bill HR 2234 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 18, 2025. Bill HR 2234's most recent activity was Subcommittee Hearings Held as of June 11, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2234
Total Number of Sponsors
6Democrat Sponsors
6Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
10Democrat Cosponsors
4Republican Cosponsors
6Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2234
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityPotential Impact Areas
- Congressional oversight
- Health personnel
- Health programs administration and funding
- Licensing and registrations
- Surgery and anesthesia
- Veterans' medical care
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2234
To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to update certain standards regarding anesthesia and pain management services in the Veterans Health Administration.
To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to update certain standards regarding anesthesia and pain management services in the Veterans Health Administration.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 2234
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