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Caring for our Veterans Act of 2017

4/7/2025, 3:42 PM

Summary of Bill S 2193

Bill 115 s 2193, also known as the Caring for our Veterans Act of 2017, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of improving the quality of care and services provided to veterans. The bill addresses several key issues facing veterans, including access to healthcare, mental health services, and support for caregivers.

One of the main provisions of the bill is the expansion of healthcare services for veterans, including increasing access to mental health services and improving the quality of care provided at VA facilities. The bill also aims to streamline the process for veterans to receive care outside of the VA system, by allowing them to seek care from private providers in certain circumstances.

In addition to healthcare services, the bill also includes provisions to support caregivers of veterans, including providing training and resources to help caregivers better support their loved ones. The bill also aims to improve coordination between the VA and other agencies to ensure that veterans receive the support they need. Overall, the Caring for our Veterans Act of 2017 is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to address the needs of veterans and improve the quality of care and services provided to them. It has received bipartisan support in Congress and is seen as an important step towards ensuring that veterans receive the care and support they deserve.

Current Status of Bill S 2193

Bill S 2193 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 5, 2017. Bill S 2193 was introduced during Congress 115 and was introduced to the Senate on December 5, 2017.  Bill S 2193's most recent activity was By Senator Isakson from Committee on Veterans' Affairs filed written report. Report No. 115-212. as of March 7, 2018

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2193

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
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 2193

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

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