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Department of Veterans Affairs Construction Management Improvement Act of 2021

12/30/2022, 8:03 AM

Summary of Bill HR 5917

Bill 117 HR 5917, also known as the Department of Veterans Affairs Construction Management Improvement Act of 2021, aims to improve the construction management practices within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The bill focuses on enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of construction projects related to VA facilities, with the ultimate goal of providing better care and services to our nation's veterans.

Key provisions of the bill include requiring the VA to establish a Construction Management Improvement Program, which will be responsible for developing and implementing best practices for construction management. This program will also be tasked with providing training and guidance to VA personnel involved in construction projects.

Additionally, the bill requires the VA to conduct regular assessments of its construction projects to identify areas for improvement and ensure that projects are completed on time and within budget. The VA will also be required to report to Congress on the progress of its construction projects and any challenges or obstacles that may arise. Overall, the Department of Veterans Affairs Construction Management Improvement Act of 2021 seeks to streamline and improve the construction management practices within the VA to better serve our nation's veterans. By implementing best practices and increasing transparency and accountability in construction projects, the bill aims to ensure that veterans receive the high-quality care and services they deserve.

Congressional Summary of HR 5917

Department of Veterans Affairs Construction Management Improvement Act of 2021

This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to report on the implementation of operational and policy reforms in construction procurement. Additionally, the VA must report on certain construction projects dealing with the construction, alteration, or acquisition of a medical facility involving a total expenditure of more than $100 million during FY2017-FY2021.

Current Status of Bill HR 5917

Bill HR 5917 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 9, 2021. Bill HR 5917 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on November 9, 2021.  Bill HR 5917's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. as of November 9, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5917

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 HR 5917

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5917

Department of Veterans Affairs Construction Management Improvement Act of 2021
Department of Veterans Affairs Construction Management Improvement Act of 2021
To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit to Congress reports on the implementation of operational and policy reforms with respect to construction projects of the Department of Veterans Affairs.

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