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Veterans Homecare Choice Act of 2023

3/12/2024, 5:06 AM

Summary of Bill S 1828

Bill 118 s 1828, also known as the Veterans Homecare Choice Act of 2023, 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 for receiving home care services.

Under the provisions of the bill, veterans would have the ability to choose their own home care providers, rather than being limited to those approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). This would give veterans more flexibility and control over their care, allowing them to select providers that best meet their individual needs and preferences.

Additionally, the bill aims to improve the quality of home care services available to veterans by establishing new standards and requirements for providers. This includes ensuring that providers meet certain qualifications and undergo regular inspections to ensure compliance with these standards. Furthermore, the bill seeks to expand access to home care services for veterans by increasing funding for these programs. This would help to address the growing demand for home care services among veterans, many of whom may have difficulty accessing traditional healthcare services due to mobility issues or other challenges. Overall, the Veterans Homecare Choice Act of 2023 is designed to enhance the quality and accessibility of home care services for veterans, giving them more options and control over their healthcare decisions. It is currently under review in Congress and has the potential to have a significant impact on the lives of veterans across the country.

Current Status of Bill S 1828

Bill S 1828 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 6, 2023. Bill S 1828 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 6, 2023.  Bill S 1828's most recent activity was Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held. as of July 12, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1828

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
4
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
4
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1828

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1828

Veterans Homecare Choice Act of 2023
Veterans Homecare Choice Act of 2023
A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to recognize nurse registries for purposes of the Veterans Community Care Program, and for other purposes.

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