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To amend title 38, United States Code, to improve the quality assurance program of the Veterans Benefits Administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs.

12/29/2022, 11:03 PM

Summary of Bill HR 7436

Bill 117 hr 7436, also known as the "Veterans Benefits Administration Quality Assurance Act," aims to make improvements to the quality assurance program within the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) of the Department of Veterans Affairs. The bill seeks to enhance the oversight and evaluation of the VBA's processes in order to ensure that veterans receive the benefits and services they are entitled to in a timely and accurate manner.

Specifically, the bill proposes amendments to title 38 of the United States Code, which governs veterans' benefits, to strengthen the quality assurance program within the VBA. This includes implementing measures to assess the accuracy and consistency of claims processing, as well as enhancing training and development opportunities for VBA employees to improve their performance.

Additionally, the bill aims to increase transparency and accountability within the VBA by requiring regular reporting on the effectiveness of the quality assurance program to Congress and the public. This will help to identify areas for improvement and ensure that veterans are receiving the highest quality of care and support. Overall, Bill 117 hr 7436 is focused on enhancing the quality assurance program within the VBA to better serve the needs of our nation's veterans and ensure they receive the benefits and services they deserve.

Congressional Summary of HR 7436

This bill implements oversight procedures related to quality assurance in the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

Specifically, the bill requires the VA to implement a plan to strengthen oversight of the quality assurance program in the VBA. The VA must monitor the plan to address any deficiencies.

The VBA must annually compile a list of common recurring deficiencies and action items relating to disability compensation identified in its ongoing reviews of the functions of each of its principal organizational elements. Additionally, the VBA must develop and carry out a plan to address the recurring deficiencies and action items.

The Government Accountability Office must conduct a feasibility study of the VA entering a contract with a nongovernmental entity to carry out the quality assurance program in the VBA.

Current Status of Bill HR 7436

Bill HR 7436 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 7, 2022. Bill HR 7436 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on April 7, 2022.  Bill HR 7436's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs. as of May 10, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7436

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 7436

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7436

To amend title 38, United States Code, to improve the quality assurance program of the Veterans Benefits Administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs.
To amend title 38, United States Code, to improve the quality assurance program of the Veterans Benefits Administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs.

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