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Veterans Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024

10/4/2024, 8:11 PM

Summary of Bill S 4997

Bill 118 s 4997, also known as the Veterans Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to provide additional funding for various programs and services that support veterans.

The bill allocates funds to the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to improve healthcare services for veterans, including mental health care, prosthetics, and long-term care. It also provides funding for job training and placement programs to help veterans transition back into civilian life.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to increase funding for VA facilities and infrastructure improvements, as well as funding for research on veterans' health issues such as traumatic brain injury and post-traumatic stress disorder. Overall, the Veterans Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024 aims to ensure that veterans receive the support and resources they need to lead healthy and successful lives after their service to the country.

Current Status of Bill S 4997

Bill S 4997 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 9, 2024. Bill S 4997 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on September 9, 2024.  Bill S 4997's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Appropriations. as of September 9, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4997

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
18
Democrat Cosponsors
10
Republican Cosponsors
6
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
2

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4997

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4997

Veterans Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024
Veterans Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024
A bill making supplemental appropriations for the Department of Veterans Affairs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, and for other purposes.

Comments

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Desmond Peacock

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1 year ago

This bill is bad for us veterans. It cuts funding for important programs that help us get the support we need. It's not fair to us who have served our country. This bill needs to be stopped! #veteransdeservebetter