To make permanent the authority of the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to make grants for the transportation of highly rural veterans to medical care.

Bill 117 hr 3802, also known as the "Highly Rural Veterans Transportation Grant Program Extension Act," aims to permanently authorize the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to provide grants for the transportation of highly rural veterans to medical care. The bill seeks to address the challenges faced by veterans living in remote and isolated areas who may have difficulty accessing necessary medical services.

The grant program was initially established to provide funding for transportation services for highly rural veterans who live in areas with limited access to VA medical facilities. By making this authority permanent, the bill ensures that these veterans will continue to receive the necessary support to access the care they need.

The bill does not specify the amount of funding allocated for the grant program, but it does outline the eligibility criteria for veterans to receive transportation assistance. Veterans must reside in highly rural areas, as defined by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, and must demonstrate a need for transportation assistance to access VA medical care. Overall, Bill 117 hr 3802 aims to support highly rural veterans by ensuring they have access to transportation services that will enable them to receive the medical care they need. The bill emphasizes the importance of providing equitable access to healthcare for all veterans, regardless of their geographic location.