Providing Veterans Essential Medications Act

Hozzl · 2025-04-03T13:58:39Z

Explore the details of House Bill 1970 Providing Veterans Essential Medications Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on undefined. Stay informed on legislative developments.

4/3/2025, 1:58 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1970

Bill 119 HR 1970, also known as the "State Veterans Home Prescription Drug Reimbursement Act," aims to make changes to title 38 of the United States Code in order to ensure that State homes providing nursing home care to veterans are reimbursed for the cost of certain expensive medications or are provided with these medications directly by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs.

The bill seeks to address the financial burden placed on State homes when providing costly medications to veterans in their care. By reimbursing these facilities or furnishing the medications directly, the bill aims to ensure that veterans receive the necessary medications without placing a strain on the resources of the State homes.

In addition to addressing the reimbursement issue, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to the care of veterans in State homes. Overall, Bill 119 HR 1970 seeks to improve the quality of care provided to veterans in State homes by addressing the financial challenges associated with providing expensive medications.

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Current Status of Bill HR 1970

Bill HR 1970 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 10, 2025. Bill HR 1970 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 10, 2025. Bill HR 1970's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. as of March 10, 2025

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1970

To amend title 38, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to reimburse State homes for the cost of, or to furnish to State homes, certain costly medications provided to veterans who receive nursing home care in such State homes, and for other purposes.