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Max Cleland VA Medical Center Act
12/30/2022, 3:04 AM
Summary of Bill HR 6244
Bill 117 hr 6244, also known as the Max Cleland VA Medical Center Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of improving healthcare services for veterans at the Max Cleland VA Medical Center. The bill seeks to address various issues faced by veterans in accessing quality healthcare, including long wait times, understaffing, and inadequate facilities.
The Max Cleland VA Medical Center Act proposes several key provisions to enhance the quality of care provided to veterans. These provisions include increasing funding for the medical center to hire additional staff, improve infrastructure, and expand services offered to veterans. The bill also aims to streamline the process for veterans to access care, reduce wait times for appointments, and enhance the overall patient experience at the medical center.
Furthermore, the Max Cleland VA Medical Center Act includes measures to improve mental health services for veterans, including increasing access to counseling and therapy services. The bill also seeks to address issues related to substance abuse and addiction among veterans by providing additional resources for treatment and support. Overall, the Max Cleland VA Medical Center Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that aims to address the various challenges faced by veterans in accessing quality healthcare services. If passed, this bill has the potential to significantly improve the lives of veterans and ensure they receive the care and support they deserve.
The Max Cleland VA Medical Center Act proposes several key provisions to enhance the quality of care provided to veterans. These provisions include increasing funding for the medical center to hire additional staff, improve infrastructure, and expand services offered to veterans. The bill also aims to streamline the process for veterans to access care, reduce wait times for appointments, and enhance the overall patient experience at the medical center.
Furthermore, the Max Cleland VA Medical Center Act includes measures to improve mental health services for veterans, including increasing access to counseling and therapy services. The bill also seeks to address issues related to substance abuse and addiction among veterans by providing additional resources for treatment and support. Overall, the Max Cleland VA Medical Center Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that aims to address the various challenges faced by veterans in accessing quality healthcare services. If passed, this bill has the potential to significantly improve the lives of veterans and ensure they receive the care and support they deserve.
Congressional Summary of HR 6244
Max Cleland VA Medical Center Act
This bill designates the Department of Veterans Affairs medical center in Atlanta, Georgia, as the Joseph Maxwell Cleland Atlanta Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center or the Joseph Maxwell Cleland Atlanta VA Medical Center.
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Current Status of Bill HR 6244
Bill HR 6244 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 9, 2021. Bill HR 6244 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on December 9, 2021. Bill HR 6244's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of January 6, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6244
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
26Democrat Cosponsors
10Republican Cosponsors
16Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6244
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityPotential Impact Areas
- Congressional tributes
- Department of Veterans Affairs
- Georgia
- Government buildings, facilities, and property
- Health facilities and institutions
- Members of Congress
- Senate
- Veterans' medical care
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6244
Max Cleland VA Medical Center Act
Max Cleland VA Medical Center Act
To designate the medical center of the Department of Veterans Affairs located in metropolitan Atlanta, Georgia, as the "Joseph Maxwell Cleland Atlanta Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center".
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 6244
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