Autonomy for Disabled Veterans Act

Hozzl · 2024-01-05T16:45:18Z

Explore the details of House Bill 2818 Autonomy for Disabled Veterans Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Armed Forces and National Security. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/5/2024, 4:45 PM

Summary of Bill HR 2818

The Autonomy for Disabled Veterans Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 2818, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to provide disabled veterans with greater autonomy and control over their own healthcare decisions.

If passed, the Autonomy for Disabled Veterans Act would allow disabled veterans who receive healthcare services through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to choose their own healthcare providers and treatment options. This would give veterans more flexibility and choice in managing their healthcare needs, rather than being limited to the services provided by the VA.

Additionally, the bill aims to streamline the process for disabled veterans to access healthcare services outside of the VA system. This would help to reduce wait times and improve access to care for veterans who may be facing long delays in receiving treatment. Overall, the Autonomy for Disabled Veterans Act seeks to empower disabled veterans to take control of their own healthcare decisions and ensure that they have access to the best possible care. It is currently being debated in Congress, and its passage would have a significant impact on the healthcare options available to disabled veterans in the United States.

Congressional Summary of HR 2818

Autonomy for Disabled Veterans Act

This bill increases the maximum amount authorized under the Home Improvements and Structural Alterations (HISA) grant program to $10,000 for veterans with a service-connected disability and $5,000 for those with disabilities that are not service-connected. The HISA grant program provides medically necessary improvements and structural alterations to veterans' (or service members') primary residence for specified purposes (e.g., allowing for entrance to their home).

The bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to increase the dollar amount of the grant in accordance with inflation as determined by the Consumer Price Index.

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Current Status of Bill HR 2818

Bill HR 2818 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 25, 2023. Bill HR 2818 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 25, 2023. Bill HR 2818's most recent activity was Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote. as of July 18, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2818

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2818

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Potential Impact Areas

- Disability and paralysis

- Inflation and prices

- Veterans' loans, housing, homeless programs

- Veterans' medical care

- Veterans' pensions and compensation

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2818

Autonomy for Disabled Veterans Act

To amend title 38, United States Code, to increase the amount paid by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to veterans for improvements and structural alterations furnished as part of home health services.