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To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit to Congress reports on the pilot program on acceptance by the Department of Veterans Affairs of donated facilities and related improvements.
12/30/2022, 8:03 AM
Summary of Bill HR 5955
Bill 117 hr 5955, also known as the "Veterans Affairs Donated Facilities Reporting Act," aims to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to provide regular reports to Congress regarding a pilot program focused on the acceptance of donated facilities and related improvements by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
The purpose of this legislation is to increase transparency and accountability within the VA by requiring the Secretary to submit detailed reports on the progress and outcomes of the pilot program. This will allow Congress to closely monitor the effectiveness of the program and ensure that donated facilities are being utilized efficiently to benefit veterans.
The reports will include information on the number of donated facilities accepted by the VA, the types of improvements made to these facilities, the costs associated with accepting and maintaining donated facilities, and any challenges or successes encountered during the pilot program. By requiring regular reporting on the acceptance of donated facilities, Congress can better assess the impact of these donations on the VA's ability to provide quality care and services to veterans. This legislation demonstrates a commitment to improving the VA's infrastructure and resources through partnerships with private donors, ultimately benefiting the men and women who have served our country.
The purpose of this legislation is to increase transparency and accountability within the VA by requiring the Secretary to submit detailed reports on the progress and outcomes of the pilot program. This will allow Congress to closely monitor the effectiveness of the program and ensure that donated facilities are being utilized efficiently to benefit veterans.
The reports will include information on the number of donated facilities accepted by the VA, the types of improvements made to these facilities, the costs associated with accepting and maintaining donated facilities, and any challenges or successes encountered during the pilot program. By requiring regular reporting on the acceptance of donated facilities, Congress can better assess the impact of these donations on the VA's ability to provide quality care and services to veterans. This legislation demonstrates a commitment to improving the VA's infrastructure and resources through partnerships with private donors, ultimately benefiting the men and women who have served our country.
Congressional Summary of HR 5955
This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to report on the pilot program under which it may accept donations of real property or facilities from specified entities (e.g., a state or local authority).
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Current Status of Bill HR 5955
Bill HR 5955 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 12, 2021. Bill HR 5955 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on November 12, 2021. Bill HR 5955's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations. as of November 29, 2021
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5955
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
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Armed Forces and National SecurityAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5955
To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit to Congress reports on the pilot program on acceptance by the Department of Veterans Affairs of donated facilities and related improvements.
To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit to Congress reports on the pilot program on acceptance by the Department of Veterans Affairs of donated facilities and related improvements.
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