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Department of Veterans Affairs Telehealth Strategy Act

12/15/2023, 3:54 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1144

Bill 118 hr 1144, also known as the Department of Veterans Affairs Telehealth Strategy Act, aims to improve access to healthcare services for veterans through the use of telehealth technology. The bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to develop and implement a comprehensive telehealth strategy to ensure that veterans can receive quality care regardless of their location.

The bill outlines specific requirements for the VA's telehealth strategy, including the establishment of performance metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of telehealth services, the integration of telehealth into the VA's existing healthcare delivery system, and the promotion of telehealth services to veterans and healthcare providers.

Additionally, the bill requires the VA to report to Congress on the implementation of the telehealth strategy, including any barriers to access and recommendations for improvement. The goal of the bill is to expand access to healthcare services for veterans, particularly those in rural or underserved areas, by leveraging telehealth technology to connect veterans with healthcare providers remotely. Overall, the Department of Veterans Affairs Telehealth Strategy Act aims to improve the quality and accessibility of healthcare services for veterans by incorporating telehealth technology into the VA's healthcare delivery system.

Congressional Summary of HR 1144

Department of Veterans Affairs Telehealth Strategy Act

This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to submit a strategy to Congress for the telehealth services furnished by the Veterans Health Administration. Additionally, the VA must report on the utilization of end-user devices provided to veterans by the VA to facilitate telehealth during FY2023 and FY2024.

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Current Status of Bill HR 1144

Bill HR 1144 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 21, 2023. Bill HR 1144 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 21, 2023.  Bill HR 1144's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of March 20, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1144

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
6
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
6
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1144

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1144

Department of Veterans Affairs Telehealth Strategy Act
Department of Veterans Affairs Telehealth Strategy Act
To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to develop a strategy for telehealth furnished by the Veterans Health Administration and submit a report on end-user devices distributed by the Secretary to veterans to facilitate such telehealth.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 1144

Matthew M. Rosendale, Sr.
Matthew M. Rosendale, Sr.
MontanaRepublican
Mariannette Miller-Meeks
Mariannette Miller-Meeks
IowaRepublican
Bob Good
Bob Good
VirginiaRepublican
Cliff Bentz
Cliff Bentz
OregonRepublican

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