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State Veterans Homes Inspection Simplification Act

4/7/2026, 8:05 AM

Summary of Bill HR 7747

The bill "To amend titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act" introduced in the 119th Congress as H.R. 7747 on March 2, 2026, aims to streamline the certification process for State Veterans Homes. It proposes allowing certain facilities certified by the Department of Veterans Affairs to be deemed in compliance with specified Medicare and Medicaid requirements, while also addressing other related purposes.

Current Status of Bill HR 7747

Bill HR 7747 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 2, 2026. Bill HR 7747 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 2, 2026.  Bill HR 7747's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of March 16, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7747

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
14
Democrat Cosponsors
4
Republican Cosponsors
10
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7747

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7747

To amend titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to streamline the certification process for State Veterans Homes by allowing certain facilities certified by the Department of Veterans Affairs to be deemed in compliance with specified Medicare and Medicaid requirements, and for other purposes.
To amend titles XVIII and XIX of the Social Security Act to streamline the certification process for State Veterans Homes by allowing certain facilities certified by the Department of Veterans Affairs to be deemed in compliance with specified Medicare and Medicaid requirements, and for other purposes.

Comments

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Araceli Best

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14 days ago

I think this bill is good for our veterans homes. It will make inspections easier and help improve the quality of care for our veterans. I support anything that helps our veterans get the care they deserve. This bill will benefit our veterans and their families.