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VA Medical Center Security Report Act of 2023

12/15/2023, 3:58 PM

Summary of Bill HR 3504

Bill 118 hr 3504, also known as the VA Medical Center Security Report Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of improving security measures at Veterans Affairs (VA) medical centers across the country. The bill requires the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit an annual report to Congress detailing the security measures in place at each VA medical center, as well as any incidents of violence or threats that have occurred at these facilities.

The report must include information on the number of security personnel employed at each VA medical center, the types of security equipment and technology used, and any training programs in place to prepare staff for potential security threats. Additionally, the report must outline any incidents of violence or threats that have occurred at VA medical centers during the previous year, including details on the nature of the incident, the response from security personnel, and any measures taken to prevent similar incidents in the future.

The goal of this legislation is to ensure that VA medical centers are adequately prepared to handle security threats and protect the safety of both patients and staff. By requiring annual reports on security measures and incidents, Congress can hold the VA accountable for maintaining a safe and secure environment for those who rely on these facilities for their healthcare needs.

Congressional Summary of HR 3504

VA Medical Center Security Report Act of 2023

This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to annually survey certain VA medical center employees (i.e., police chiefs, facility emergency management leaders, medical center directors, or a person carrying out the responsibilities of one of these positions in an acting capacity) to collect information regarding security at each VA medical center.

The bill also requires the VA to submit an annual report to Congress on the security at VA medical centers. Among other elements, the report must include the results of the annual survey and a plan for addressing any security weaknesses identified in the results.

Current Status of Bill HR 3504

Bill HR 3504 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 18, 2023. Bill HR 3504 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 18, 2023.  Bill HR 3504's most recent activity was Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held as of July 19, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3504

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
8
Democrat Cosponsors
6
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3504

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3504

VA Medical Center Security Report Act of 2023
VA Medical Center Security Report Act of 2023
To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit to each of the Committees on Veterans' Affairs of the Senate and the House of Representatives an annual report regarding security at medical centers of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes.

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