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Veterans’ True Choice Act of 2023
12/15/2023, 3:53 PM
Summary of Bill HR 214
The Veterans' True Choice Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 hr 214, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to provide veterans with more options when it comes to their healthcare choices.
One of the key provisions of the bill is to allow veterans to seek medical care from non-VA providers if they are unable to receive timely care from the VA. This would give veterans the flexibility to choose the healthcare provider that best meets their needs, rather than being limited to VA facilities.
Additionally, the bill aims to improve coordination between the VA and non-VA providers to ensure that veterans receive seamless and high-quality care. This includes establishing a process for sharing medical records and information between providers to ensure continuity of care. Furthermore, the Veterans' True Choice Act of 2023 seeks to expand access to mental health services for veterans by increasing funding for mental health programs and services. This is particularly important given the high rates of mental health issues among veterans, such as PTSD and depression. Overall, the bill is designed to empower veterans to make informed decisions about their healthcare and ensure that they have access to the best possible care. It reflects a commitment to supporting and honoring the men and women who have served our country in the armed forces.
One of the key provisions of the bill is to allow veterans to seek medical care from non-VA providers if they are unable to receive timely care from the VA. This would give veterans the flexibility to choose the healthcare provider that best meets their needs, rather than being limited to VA facilities.
Additionally, the bill aims to improve coordination between the VA and non-VA providers to ensure that veterans receive seamless and high-quality care. This includes establishing a process for sharing medical records and information between providers to ensure continuity of care. Furthermore, the Veterans' True Choice Act of 2023 seeks to expand access to mental health services for veterans by increasing funding for mental health programs and services. This is particularly important given the high rates of mental health issues among veterans, such as PTSD and depression. Overall, the bill is designed to empower veterans to make informed decisions about their healthcare and ensure that they have access to the best possible care. It reflects a commitment to supporting and honoring the men and women who have served our country in the armed forces.
Congressional Summary of HR 214
Veterans' True Choice Act of 2023
This bill allows covered veterans to receive coverage under TRICARE Select, a health care program of the Department of Defense (DOD). Veterans covered by this bill include those with service-connected disabilities, former prisoners of war, Purple Heart recipients, Medal of Honor recipients, those discharged from service due to disability, and those entitled to disability compensation.
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) must reimburse DOD's costs of enrolling eligible veteran beneficiaries in the program.
A covered veteran may not concurrently receive medical care from DOD and the VA.
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Current Status of Bill HR 214
Bill HR 214 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 9, 2023. Bill HR 214 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 9, 2023. Bill HR 214's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of January 9, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 214
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
24Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
24Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 214
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityPotential Impact Areas
- Congressional oversight
- Disability and paralysis
- Health care costs and insurance
- Health care coverage and access
- Military medicine
- Veterans' medical care
- Veterans' pensions and compensation
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 214
Veterans’ True Choice Act of 2023
Veterans’ True Choice Act of 2023
To amend title 10, United States Code, to provide eligibility for TRICARE Select to veterans with service-connected disabilities, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 214
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