Department of Veterans Affairs Minor Construction Threshold Adjustment Act of 2023

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 2174 Department of Veterans Affairs Minor Construction Threshold Adjustment Act of 2023 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.

3/13/2024, 1:50 AM

Summary of Bill S 2174

Bill 118 s 2174, also known as the Department of Veterans Affairs Minor Construction Threshold Adjustment Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation that aims to make changes to the way the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) handles minor construction projects. The bill specifically focuses on adjusting the threshold for what constitutes a minor construction project within the VA.

Currently, the VA defines a minor construction project as one that costs less than $10 million. However, this bill seeks to increase that threshold to $20 million. This means that any construction project within the VA that costs less than $20 million would be considered a minor construction project under this new legislation.

The purpose of this adjustment is to streamline the process for approving and completing minor construction projects within the VA. By increasing the threshold, the VA hopes to reduce bureaucratic red tape and expedite the construction process for projects that fall below the $20 million mark. Overall, the Department of Veterans Affairs Minor Construction Threshold Adjustment Act of 2023 aims to improve efficiency and effectiveness within the VA when it comes to handling minor construction projects. This bill is currently under consideration in Congress and has the potential to impact how the VA manages its construction projects in the future.

Congressional Summary of S 2174

Department of Veterans Affairs Minor Construction Threshold Adjustment Act of 2023

This bill raises the threshold above which a project for the construction, alteration, or acquisition of a medical facility of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is considered a major medical facility project. Under existing law, such projects must be specifically authorized by law.

Specifically, the bill sets the threshold to $30 million and requires the VA to develop a mechanism to adjust the threshold to account for relevant factors, such as economic and labor conditions. At least once every two years, the VA must adjust the threshold amount or publish notice indicating that no adjustment is warranted.

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Current Status of Bill S 2174

Bill S 2174 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 22, 2023. Bill S 2174 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 22, 2023. Bill S 2174's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. as of June 22, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2174

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Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 2174

Department of Veterans Affairs Minor Construction Threshold Adjustment Act of 2023

A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to adjust the threshold amount for minor medical facility construction projects of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes.