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Protecting Veteran Community Care Act

3/12/2024, 8:04 AM

Summary of Bill S 1745

Bill 118 s 1745, also known as the Protecting Veteran Community Care Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to ensure that veterans have access to high-quality healthcare services in their local communities.

One of the key provisions of the bill is to expand the eligibility criteria for veterans to receive care from non-VA providers. This means that veterans who live far away from VA facilities or who face long wait times for appointments can seek care from private healthcare providers in their own communities.

Additionally, the bill aims to streamline the process for veterans to receive authorization for community care services. This will help reduce administrative burdens and ensure that veterans can access the care they need in a timely manner. Furthermore, the Protecting Veteran Community Care Act includes measures to improve coordination between the VA and non-VA providers. This will help ensure that veterans receive comprehensive and coordinated care that meets their individual needs. Overall, this bill is designed to enhance the quality and accessibility of healthcare services for veterans by expanding their options for care and improving the coordination of services between VA and non-VA providers.

Current Status of Bill S 1745

Bill S 1745 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 18, 2023. Bill S 1745 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on May 18, 2023.  Bill S 1745's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. as of May 18, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1745

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
10
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
10
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1745

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1745

Protecting Veteran Community Care Act
Protecting Veteran Community Care Act
A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to expand access to the Veterans Community Care Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs to include certain veterans seeking mental health or substance-use services, and for other purposes.

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