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To amend title 38, United States Code, to modify the rate of pay for care or services provided under the Community Care Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs based on the location at which such care or services were provided, and for other purposes.
3/18/2025, 6:18 PM
Summary of Bill HR 874
Bill 119 hr 874, also known as the "Veterans Community Care Program Modification Act," aims to make changes to the rate of pay for care or services provided under the Community Care Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The bill specifically focuses on adjusting the rate of pay based on the location where the care or services are provided.
Currently, the VA's Community Care Program allows veterans to receive care from non-VA providers if they are unable to access VA facilities or if the VA cannot provide the necessary care in a timely manner. However, the rate of pay for these services is the same regardless of where the care is provided, leading to disparities in costs based on location.
The proposed changes in Bill 119 hr 874 seek to address this issue by modifying the rate of pay for care or services provided under the Community Care Program based on the location at which the care is provided. This would ensure that veterans receive fair and equitable compensation for the care they receive, regardless of where they live. In addition to adjusting the rate of pay, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to the Community Care Program. These additional purposes are not specified in the summary, but may include improvements to access, quality, or efficiency of care for veterans. Overall, Bill 119 hr 874 aims to improve the Community Care Program of the VA by addressing disparities in the rate of pay for care or services provided based on location. This could potentially lead to better access to care for veterans and ensure that they receive the quality services they deserve.
Currently, the VA's Community Care Program allows veterans to receive care from non-VA providers if they are unable to access VA facilities or if the VA cannot provide the necessary care in a timely manner. However, the rate of pay for these services is the same regardless of where the care is provided, leading to disparities in costs based on location.
The proposed changes in Bill 119 hr 874 seek to address this issue by modifying the rate of pay for care or services provided under the Community Care Program based on the location at which the care is provided. This would ensure that veterans receive fair and equitable compensation for the care they receive, regardless of where they live. In addition to adjusting the rate of pay, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to the Community Care Program. These additional purposes are not specified in the summary, but may include improvements to access, quality, or efficiency of care for veterans. Overall, Bill 119 hr 874 aims to improve the Community Care Program of the VA by addressing disparities in the rate of pay for care or services provided based on location. This could potentially lead to better access to care for veterans and ensure that they receive the quality services they deserve.
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Current Status of Bill HR 874
Bill HR 874 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 31, 2025. Bill HR 874 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 31, 2025. Bill HR 874's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of March 4, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 874
Total Number of Sponsors
5Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
5Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
1Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
1Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 874
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 874
To amend title 38, United States Code, to modify the rate of pay for care or services provided under the Community Care Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs based on the location at which such care or services were provided, and for other purposes.
To amend title 38, United States Code, to modify the rate of pay for care or services provided under the Community Care Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs based on the location at which such care or services were provided, and for other purposes.
Comments

Jacob Faulkner
701
1 year ago
I wonder how this bill will impact veterans in different areas. It seems like a good idea to adjust pay rates based on location, but I'm not sure how it will play out in the long run. #HRBill874 #veterans #payrates
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 874
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